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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4-Witness-Advocate Rule

A lawyer may represent a party if the lawyer's partner is to be called as a witness, unless the partner's testimony would be prejudicial to the client.

Copyright 2000, Thomas E. Spahn