Dear Ethics Committee, I am considering using artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as ChatGPT, in my law practice. However, despite how ubiquitous AI seems lately, I am not sure I understand how it works. I have heard
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: Can I use generative artificial intelligence (AI) in my practice to assist with drafting documents? In particular, can I use generative AI programs, like ChatGPT, to prepare correspondence, pleadings, memoranda, e-mails,
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee, As a general practice New Hampshire lawyer, what ethical obligation(s) do I have to employ Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) in my day-to-day practice? Currently, the benefits and risks associated with AI have
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: I am in the middle of my first trial. During his cross-examination, my client made a statement of fact that I know to be incorrect. Do I have an obligation to
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: I am a new lawyer preparing my client to testify. This is my first experience preparing a witness to testify under oath. What general ethical principles do I need to keep
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: I have a pre-planned and scheduled medical procedure that will require an extended hospital and rehabilitation stay to recuperate. I will have to be away from my office and unavailable to
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: I utilize accountants and IT providers in my firm. Accountants help manage firm finances and ensure IOLTA compliance, and IT providers help maintain our computer and communication systems. To perform their
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: I recently completed some work for a client and sent my client my final invoice. The client wants to pay that invoice using cryptocurrency. Is that permissible? Answer: Yes, but accepting
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: I am an estate planning attorney. Last year three adult children came to my office. They reported their father’s health was failing and they wanted to discuss options for his estate
Ethics Corner Article Dear Ethics Committee: I represent the defendant in a sexual harassment lawsuit. We are close to a settlement, but my client has asked to include a clause in the settlement agreement that prevents the