Joint Representations, Part 2: Civil Transaction Focus
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc. in partnership with Freestone and WebCredenza, Inc.
October 30, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (MT)
*Live Audio Stream Only
1.0 Ethics credit
Registration Fee: $60.00
*Please Note: If you received credit for this course for November 26, 2025 you will not be able to receive credit for attending this replay. This replay will count as live CLE credit.
Joint representations in civil litigation present unique opportunities and significant ethical minefields that can derail cases and careers. This two-part program provides essential guidance on when joint representation serves clients’ interests and when it creates insurmountable conflicts. Practitioners will learn to navigate these complex arrangements while maintaining ethical compliance and effective advocacy.
Part 1:
- Evaluate when joint representation benefits multiple parties in litigation
- Identify potential conflicts before they become ethical violations
- Master consent procedures and documentation for joint representations
- Understand the scope of shared confidentiality in joint arrangements
- Learn to structure retainer agreements for multiple-client representations
Part 2:
- Navigate withdrawal obligations when conflicts develop mid-litigation
- Handle strategic considerations for managing divergent client interests
- Address privilege issues unique to joint representation scenarios
- Develop communication protocols that protect all parties’ interests
- Master fee allocation and billing practices in joint representations
