When Consensual Still Means Conflict
In June 2025, the Louisiana Supreme Court accepted a joint petition for consent discipline from Jan Peter Christiansen, who admitted to engaging in a consensual sexual relationship with a current client. …
Michigan Lawyer Fined $7,500 After Calling Judge a “F****** C***” on Zoom
A Michigan lawyer learned an expensive lesson in virtual courtroom decorum after his microphone caught a vulgar remark directed at the presiding judge. In In re Contempt of Marshall Tauber (Mich. Ct. …
The Problem With Putting a Dragon in Your Pleadings
A recent federal court order out of Michigan is drawing attention in legal ethics circles for its unusual focus: a law firm’s use of a cartoon dragon logo in court …
Ignoring the ODC Won’t Save You—It Might Sink You
In the recent disciplinary matter In re: Sonnier, 395 So. 3d 850 (La. 10/25/24), the Louisiana Supreme Court highlighted an important clarification regarding Rule 8.1(c) of the Louisiana Rules of …
When Slow Justice Softens the Blow
Delays in Disciplinary Proceedings as a Mitigating Factor in Attorney Discipline The Louisiana Supreme Court’s recent decision in In re: Magee, 23-0364 (La. 1/19/24), underscores the impact of delays in …
The Louisiana Supreme Court’s Take on Rule 8.4(d): Intent vs. Impact
The Louisiana Supreme Court’s decision in In re Trina Trinhthi Chu offers an important clarification of Rule 8.4(d) of the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct. See In re Trina Chu, …
Even the Experts Can Get Burned by AI
In Kohls v. Ellison, a Minnesota federal court offered a sharp reminder of the risks of relying too heavily on generative AI in litigation. See Kohls v. Ellison, No. 24-cv-3754 …
Unlawyerly Behavior: The 2024 Most Notable Lawyer Discipline Cases in Louisiana
In the world of law, where integrity and ethics are paramount, even the most trusted professionals can fall short of the high standards expected of them. In 2024, Louisiana witnessed …
Top 10 Legal Ethics Developments of 2024: A Year in Review
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the most significant developments in legal ethics that shaped the profession this year. These changes highlight the …
The New Frontier of Legal Marketing: Search Engine Keywords
Legal marketing has gone digital, and law firms are getting creative with their online strategies. One increasingly common tactic: using competitors’ names in Google ads – a practice known as …