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. 
 
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3-Multiple Representations on the Same Matter
25-Dealing with Unrepresented People
73-Family Law Lawyers
A lawyer in a divorce case may not prepare pleadings for both parties or for an unrepresented defendant, and likewise may not provide sample forms to an unrepresented defendant. [This LEO was overruled to the extent it is inconsistent with LEO 1112 and Va. Code § 20-99.1:1.]

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