The DVDs and course book for this February 25, 2008, 3.3-hour (4 NY CLE Credits) program give New York lawyers a unique and useful explanation of the many and varied situations in which they are required to retain records. Patrick M. Connors, Esq., Professor of Law at Albany Law School, covers the specific requirements, how to comply with those requirements, the sanctions and penalties for not complying, and much more.

Topics Include:

ü DR 2-101 Advertising

• part J: fixed fees

• part K and EC 2-23: pre-approval; retention

ü DR 2-103 Solicitation and Recommendation of Professional Employment

• part C: filings; retention

ü DR 2-110 Withdrawal from Employment

• retaining liens

• what documents belong to the client?

• may lawyers retain copies of the client file?

• may attorneys insist on a general release?

ü DR 5-105 Conflict of Interest; Simultaneous Representation

• parts D and E

ü DR 9-102 Preserving Identity of Funds and Property of Others; Fiduciary Responsibility; Commingling and Misappropriation of Client Funds or Property; Maintenance of Bank Accounts; Record Keeping; Examination of Records

• commingling

• notification of receipt of property, etc.

• required bookkeeping records

• more

ü Retention of Continuing Legal Education Documents

ü Retaining Liens