Work-Product Doctrine
/ˈwɜrkˌprɑdʌkt ˈdɒktrɪn/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal principle protecting materials prepared by or for attorneys in anticipation of litigation from discovery by opposing counsel.
The court upheld the work-product doctrine, preventing the opposing party from accessing the attorney's notes.
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Commentary
Distinguish from attorney-client privilege; work-product doctrine specifically protects materials prepared for litigation, not confidential communications.
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