Samuel C Stretton

December 20, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

I am a lawyer and I think I have hurt my client's case. There could perhaps be malpractice. I still may be able to resolve the case, but I am not sure. I don't think the client will ever know of my omission. Do I have any duty to tell the client?

By Samuel C. Stretton

10 minute read

December 13, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

Can a lawyer who has an active defense practice also serve as an assistant district attorney?

By Samuel C. Stretton

8 minute read

December 06, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

I am representing an individual charged with murder in the first degree and it appears the death penalty will be sought. The evidence is overwhelming. I want to focus on the penalty phase. The client, who I think is mentally unbalanced, wants me to fight the guilt/innocence phase. What can I ethically do?

By Samuel C. Stretton

10 minute read

November 29, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

I saw a number of changes being made with the reorganization of the Disciplinary Board, including the abolishment of the Office of Secretary of the Disciplinary Board. What does this all mean?

By Samuel C. Stretton

12 minute read

November 21, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

A husband and wife came into my office. She had given a statement to the police about some sexual abuse by the husband. The husband has advised me that she wants to withdraw the charges because they are not true. The district attorney wants her to go before a grand jury. Can I advise her to plead the Fifth Amendment?

By Samuel C. Stretton

7 minute read

November 15, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

I want to expand my practice by advertising in several geographical areas. My primary office is located in the eastern part of Pennsylvania in an urban area. I am very interested in advertising in western Pennsylvania. Can I use a virtual law office as my office in western Pennsylvania if my main office is in eastern Pennsylvania?

By Samuel C. Stretton

7 minute read

November 08, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

In representing a client, how far can I puff or embellish the facts to try to resolve a case with a good result?

By Samuel C. Stretton

6 minute read

November 01, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

In terms of judicial discipline, is there any area that is emphasized and where enforcement is heightened?

By Samuel C. Stretton

10 minute read

October 25, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

I believe my computer system has been hacked or breached. What are my obligations in terms of telling my clients?

By Samuel C. Stretton

10 minute read

October 18, 2018 | The Legal Intelligencer

I am a young lawyer and have trouble meeting my hourly requirements for billing purposes. It seems almost impossible to do so. What do I do?

By Samuel C. Stretton

8 minute read