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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13-Marketing - Miscellaneous

29-Advancing Fees and Costs

47-Lawyer Referral Services

55-Firm Names and Letterhead

[WITHDRAWN 4/18] A lawyer referral service may not call itself "The Litigation Group" without explaining that it is not a law firm, and may not use the statement "no recovery -- no fee" because clients will be liable for costs even if they lose [explained in LEO 1750].

Copyright 2000, Thomas E. Spahn