NY court reaffirms clients’ right to access their entire legal file, not just final documents, upon ending representation.

MD District Court proposes rule changes to address attorney incapacity from mental health, addiction, or cognitive decline.

Effective July 1, 2025, Maryland attorneys must deposit advanced fees into client trust accounts, withdrawing only as fees are earned.

The Virginia Court of Appeals ruled that attorneys must be given notice and an opportunity to be heard before sanctions are imposed.