Frivolous Representation

What is Frivolous Representation?

A lawyer shall not bring or defend a proceeding, or make arguments that have no basis in law and fact and that is therefore frivolous. A lawyer for the defendant in a criminal proceeding, or the respondent in a proceeding that could result in incarceration, may nevertheless so defend the proceeding as to require that every element of the case be established. Rule 3.1

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Ethics terms:

• Notice of Withdrawal
• Handling Client's Funds
• Terminating Representation

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