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-448	22-Interviews with Prospective Clients	Lawyers will not be subject to all of the duties they owe a client if a would-be client that the lawyer is appointed or directed by a tribunal to represent "refuses the representation."

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