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
0592	7-Family Conflicts 20-Government Official Conflicts	A lawyer may represent a lawyer's spouse in a partition suit or serve as a special commissioner even though the spouse may purchase the property.

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