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
0948	27-Litigation Tactics (Including Misrepresentations, Tape Recordings)	A lawyer may not ask a doctor to alter medical records even though a lawsuit has not been filed, because the medical records are likely to be relevant evidence if a case is filed.

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