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
0877	34-Limiting Liability to Clients 54-Insurance Defense Lawyers 57-In-House Lawyers 71-Representing Corporations	An in-house lawyer may not obtain an indemnification agreement. [Rule 1.8(h) permits such indemnity agreements if the corporation is separately represented.]

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