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Back to EpisodesDisqualification of Counsel: To Marry or NOT to Marry Your Client
Description
Ever thought about disqualifying opposing counsel in your Florida divorce case? Here’s a case that might change your perspective.
In a recent legal dilemma, a lawyer married his client, leading to a push for disqualification by the opposing counsel. The court’s decision was surprising: it ruled that disqualification couldn’t be broad and needed specific grounds.
The implications? It’s a reminder that personal relationships can complicate professional ethics and cause the Rules to be tested.
What do you think about the balance between personal and professional?
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