These summaries were prepared by McGuireWoods LLP lawyer Thomas E. Spahn. They are based on the letter opinions issued by the Virginia State Bar. Any editorial comments reflect Mr. Spahn's current personal views, and not the opinions of the Virginia State Bar, McGuireWoods or its clients.

LEO Num	Topics	Summary
1169	54-Insurance Defense Lawyers 78-Communicating with an Employee of a Corporate Adversary	A plaintiff's lawyer may not communicate with an insurance adjuster in an effort to settle a case in which the defendant is represented by a lawyer, unless that lawyer consents.

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