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The Attorney-Client Privilege and the 'Complete Lawyer': More than Mere Legal Advice
In order to best serve the client, the well-informed and well-prepared lawyer -- the "complete" lawyer -- often does more than provide only "legal advice" in a narrow sense, writes attorney Kevin P. Allen. A valuable attorney frequently provides specific guidance and recommendations concerning changes to a client's policies and practices. And, as the 2nd Circuit held in a recent case, the client does not lose the protection of the attorney-client privilege when an attorney offers such practical advice.