Shari Klevens

Shari Klevens

September 23, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Keeping Quiet About Settlement Agreements

Lawyers who are negotiating confidential settlements would be well-served to check the laws of their local jurisdiction to see if there are any limits on what can be kept confidential.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

August 12, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Love Is Blind—But Not When It Comes to Clients

Here are some things to know about the risks for lawyers in beginning romantic or sexual relationships with their clients.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

May 06, 2024 | Daily Report Online

How the Grievance Process Helps Lawyers and the Public

Here's what lawyers should know about the protections provided for those individuals and lawyers who make and receive bar grievances.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

January 16, 2024 | Daily Report Online

Truth, Tactics and Testimony: Tips for Ethically Preparing Witnesses for a Deposition

Lawyers must ensure that the preparation of witnesses for deposition comports with the duty to maintain fairness to opposing counsel and commitment to the truth-finding process.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

September 08, 2023 | The Recorder

Protecting the Privilege 'At Every Peril'

California law places a substantial burden on lawyers to take steps to protect the attorney-client privilege, according to Dentons' Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

5 minute read

July 03, 2023 | Daily Report Online

What if a Client Lies to Their Lawyer?

Lawyers often rely on their clients to provide them with information and facts to use in the course of a representation, including in litigation. While…

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

5 minute read

May 02, 2023 | The Recorder

The Risks of Media Engagement for Attorneys

Interacting with the media regarding a representation can be a minefield, but attorneys can take steps to best serve their clients while remaining compliant with their ethical obligations, according to Denton's Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

April 05, 2023 | The Recorder

How to Manage Risk as a Legal Pinch Hitter

The new attorney could gain some valuable insight into the client's perspective by first considering why the client sought new counsel, says Dentons' Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

February 17, 2023 | The Recorder

Personal Emergencies: Who the Attorney Should Tell and How to Tell Them

Denton's Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair share some tips to help tackle the questions of whether to advise others of personal emergencies and how to do so.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read

January 06, 2023 | The Recorder

New Year, New Goals: Resolutions for Your Legal Practice

Here are some ways that New Year's resolutions can help lawyers kick off 2023 on the right foot.

By Shari Klevens and Alanna Clair

6 minute read