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Rule 4.2 and Corporate Representation
January 21, 2022
Over the years I have responded to many questions about the interpretation of Rule 4.2 governing communication with a represented party, especially when the represented…more

What’s in a “Trade” Name? Registration Requirement Eliminated
July 30, 2021
Lawyers are likely aware of the new advertising rules that were certified by the NC Supreme Court in May 2021. But what you may not…more

Ethical Expression of Thanks
June 25, 2021
As many of you already know, the N.C. State Bar adopted (and the NC Supreme Court certified in May 2021) amendments to the Rules of…more

Ethics Advice: A Cost of Professional Practice
February 10, 2021
A large part of my practice involves giving ethics advice to lawyers. Sometimes the advice is about their own conduct, and other times, the question…more

Happy Holidays from The Brocker Law Firm
December 18, 2020

COVID Advice on the Fly? Think First
September 16, 2020
The pace at which laws and regulations are changing due to COVID-19 can make your head spin. Efforts to keep abreast of the changing regulatory…more

NC Legal Ethics Minute: Mobile Deposits and Online Trust Accounting
April 13, 2020

For Peace of Mind – Part II
November 26, 2019
In our last blog, we talked about Policies and Procedures manuals and the reasons it is important to have a manual for your firm –…more

For Peace of Mind
September 23, 2019
Many small firms or solo practices do not have a written Policies and Procedures Manual (“PPM”). When I ask, attorneys usually respond that it’s just…more

Retaining Good Employees — Begins with You
August 30, 2019
A consistent question I receive from practice owners and professionals is, “How do I keep good associates?” Lawyers and other professionals come and go, and…more
