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
1258	28-Law Firm Staff 31-Protecting and Disclosing Confidences and Secrets	A lawyer must be careful to prevent disclosure of confidential information when the lawyer's secretary is married to the head of a real estate agency and plans to become a real estate agent.

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