
	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.

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14-Ownership of Files and Attorney Lien Issues

[WITHDRAWN 11/16/12] A lawyer must surrender an original Power of Attorney document to the client, but "should preserve a copy of the document in order to make it available should allegations be raised as to the attorney's conduct."