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
0997	29-Advancing Fees and Costs	[WITHDRAWN 11/18/21] A lawyer may advance the expert fees for a death row inmate client, even there is "no probability" that the client can ultimately reimburse the lawyer for these costs. [Rule 1.8(e)(2) exempts indigent clients from all such requirements.]

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