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
1083	16-Lawyer's Personal Interests 50-Lawyer-Owned Businesses	A law firm may form and invest in a non-legal services subsidiary (which the firm would also represent). There is nothing per se improper about this action, but the law firm must be cautious.

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