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
1532	13-Marketing - Miscellaneous 33-Office Sharing with Other Lawyers 55-Firm Names and Letterhead	A lawyer may use the term "and associates" in describing the lawyer's practice if the lawyer employs an associate in a manner that is more than office-sharing. The lawyer may use the term "associates" in the plural only if the lawyer employs at least two lawyers.

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