Samuel C Stretton

February 05, 2013 | The Legal Intelligencer

My firm is becoming very technologically advanced, particularly in advertising. We have now developed a very interactive website. Are there any ethical concerns?

By Samuel C. Stretton

8 minute read

October 26, 2009 | The Legal Intelligencer

As someone who has represented judicial officers regularly before the Judicial Inquiry and Review Board and its successors, the Judicial Conduct Board and the Court of Judicial Discipline, for the last 25 years, I wish to comment on the statements during judicial campaigns that the Judicial Conduct Board failed in its responsibilities in reference to the allegations of judicial corruption in Luzerne County.

By Samuel C. Stretton

5 minute read

March 13, 2012 | The Legal Intelligencer

You have written an article recently about judges and social media, such as Facebook. Do any of the ethical rules specifically address this issue?

By Samuel C. Stretton

11 minute read

October 12, 2009 | The Legal Intelligencer

I am a judicial officer and have been asked to testify at a sentencing for a long-time friend. May I testify about the good works he has done and charitable activities?

By Samuel C. Stretton

6 minute read

November 29, 2011 | The Legal Intelligencer

A lawyer should make full disclosure to his client if considering employment with opposing counsel.

By Samuel C. Stretton

8 minute read

May 08, 2012 | The Legal Intelligencer

I am a good lawyer, but I am not up to date on modern technology. Will that create an ethics issue for me?

By Samuel C. Stretton

9 minute read

December 18, 2012 | The Legal Intelligencer

I am starting a trial in a capital murder case. I have tried many capital murder trials and have attended many seminars on voir dire in capital cases. My clients insisted on keeping one juror who I truly believe would hurt the clients' cause, particularly on the death penalty. Can I overrule the client on this issue?

By Samuel C. Stretton

10 minute read

March 12, 2013 | The Legal Intelligencer

May I accept a referral fee from a financial adviser if he receives a full client disclosure statement executed by my client?

By Samuel C. Stretton

7 minute read

April 30, 2013 | The Legal Intelligencer

I do a lot of court-appointed criminal defense out of Philadelphia. At times, I see young assistant district attorneys make statements they should not make during closing and opening speeches. What is the responsibility of the District Attorney's Office in the Appellate Division when it is clear the young assistant has acted incorrectly?

By Samuel C. Stretton

11 minute read

November 27, 2012 | The Legal Intelligencer

I am an attorney who represents a corporation and also serves on the board of directors of that corporation. Is this dual role prohibited?

By Samuel C. Stretton

7 minute read