You Just Found Out Your Client Lied, Now What?

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Not So Fast!

While you may feel justified to withdraw from representation, you can’t just run from a sticky situation without addressing your ethical obligations. Find out how to ethically and competently terminate representation with this insightful article.

Ethics Resources

2011 - 2005

Important: The following resources offer insights, advice, and opinions on various topics covering professional responsibility in an immigration practice. Note, however, that ethics is inherently very subjective; these publications and recordings represent the personal opinions of the authors, and not of AILA. Moreover, ethical rules vary -- sometimes irreconcilably -- from state to state. It is incumbent upon anyone reading these articles or listening to a podcast to follow up with independent, state-specific research.

  • When a Client Lies: Balancing Candor and Confidentiality(545 KB - 12/18/2012)
    A lawyer has an obligation of protecting client confidentiality while also maintaining candor towards the adjudicative tribunal. But, what happens when the client lies? This insightful article analyzes the conflicting ethical rules that govern our practice. AILA Doc. No. 12121860.
    AILA Doc. No. 12121860.
  • Withdrawal of Representation in Immigration Practice(773 KB - 11/20/2012)
    Considering firing a client? While you may feel justified in withdrawing from representation, it’s important to recognize your ethical obligations. This insightful article examines Rule 1.16 & illustrates the importance of adhering to it when withdrawing from representation. AILA Doc. No. 12112043.
    AILA Doc. No. 12112043.
  • How to Ethically Handle an I-864 Joint Sponsor (Updated 11/7/12)(589 KB - 11/7/2012)
    Can you represent and advise a joint sponsor on his I-864? Is there a conflict of interest between zealously representing your clients and their joint sponsor? This article delves into the ethical considerations when a petitioner and an applicant need a joint sponsor. AILA Doc. No. 12080162.
    AILA Doc. No. 12080162.
  • Ethics Podcast Series (10/12/2012)
    Download and listen to free recordings from experts and AILA members as they provide compelling insight on a variety of topics related to the ethics of practicing law.
  • How to Walk the Ethical Line-Being Less Stressed Out(223 KB - 6/26/2012)
    Selected article from 2011 Immigration Practice Pointers. This is a collaborative piece by three experienced AILA members who provide an in-depth analysis of complex fact patterns. Navigate through the intricacies of immigration law and ethics without crossing the line. AILA Doc. No. 12062641.
    AILA Doc. No. 12062641.
  • Secondary Ethics Links (9/12/2006)