Amy Richardson

Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Professionalism in Attorney Departures

Few moments test the professionalism of lawyers and law firms more than a lawyer’s departure. While the North Carolina Rules of Professional Conduct — and…

Changes to the Rules of Professional Conduct Regarding Client Confidentiality

The Supreme Court of North Carolina recently approved amendments to Rules of Professional Conduct 1.6 (Confidentiality of Information) and 1.9 (Duties to…

Ethical Compliance in the “New Normal”: How to Comply with the Rules of Professional Responsibility When Practicing Remotely

Many of us have heard discussions of a “new normal” when it comes to the practice of law – a movement toward a hybrid approach to work that gives…

Welcome to a New Bar Year!

“I believe in hope. I believe in BELIEVE.” – Ted Lasso When I started to practice law in North Carolina, the Litigation Section was critical to making…

Ethical Considerations for North Carolina Litigators During COVID-19

COVID-19 (coronavirus) has created uncertainty in all areas including in our professional lives. The following are a few ethical considerations that…