Former Judge, Arbitrator or Mediator

What is Former Judge, Arbitrator or Mediator?

A lawyer shall not represent anyone regarding a matter in which the lawyer participated as a judge, law clerk, arbitrator or mediator, unless all parties to the proceedings give informed consent, confirmed in writing. Rule 1.12

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Ethics terms:

• Rule 1.12(a)
• Prospective Client
• Serving as Arbitrator

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