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
1094	1-Adversity to Current Clients 58-Real Estate Lawyers	A lawyer for a borrower may sign a stipulation that the loan agreements prepared by the bank are legal and enforceable, because this is a traditional way to handle a closing and does not create a conflict of interests.

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