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
ABA-368	27-Litigation Tactics (Including Misrepresentations, Tape Recordings) 31-Protecting and Disclosing Confidences and Secrets	A lawyer receiving materials that appear privileged or otherwise confidential should not examine the materials and should instead return them. [withdrawn in ABA LEO 437 10/1/2005]

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