Client Confidentiality
/ˈklaɪənt kɒnfɪˌdɛnʃɪˈælɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The ethical and legal duty of a professional to protect information shared by a client from unauthorized disclosure.
Lawyers must uphold client confidentiality to maintain trust and comply with professional standards.
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Commentary
Client confidentiality is foundational in legal ethics, often overlapping with attorney-client privilege but distinct in scope; drafting agreements and policies should clearly define the extent and limits of confidentiality obligations.
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