professional-ethics
Is it an ethics violation for an attorney in one state to send a confidential email to their client, an unlicensed attorney&amp; the opposing counsel?
<p>If the content of this email specifically shows the licensed lawyer telling the unlicensed lawyer that &quot;obtaining [the father's] past employment files for child support purposes is an option.&quot;</p>
<p>Does this prove that the unlicensed attorney is practicing law outside their jurisdiction and is providing legal advice by representing the &quot;client&quot; in <strong>legal negotiations</strong>?</p>
<p>Can this be submitted to the state bar both state?</p>

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<p>Does this prove that the unlicensed attorney is practicing law outside their jurisdiction and is providing legal advice by representing the &quot;client&quot; in legal negotiations?</p>
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<p>No. Your quote of the email does not prove that the receiver engaged in unlicensed practice of law. Nor does it prove that the receiver/non-attorney is representing, or advising, the attorney's client or the adversary.</p>
<p>It is quite possible and valid for the unlicensed lawyer (example: paralegals) to assist an attorney who actually represents the party.</p>
