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-397	27-Litigation Tactics (Including Misrepresentations, Tape Recordings) 31-Protecting and Disclosing Confidences and Secrets 37-Settlements	A lawyer has a duty to inform opposing counsel of the client's death in the midst of settlement negotiations (silence is "tantamount to making a false statement of material fact").

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