Notes:
Family: conflict of interest (R4424 March 2007) - If a conflict of interest is thought to exist, it should be raised as an issue with the party that appears to have the conflict at the earliest opportunity ; Wills & estates: conflict of interest (R4427 March 2007) - The involvement of a former partner of a firm in a matter following retirement will not prevent the firm acting for parties in ensuing litigation ; Legal practice management: acting on instructions (R4435 March 2007) - It is important to clarify the basis on which funds are obtained from a third party for legal fees ; Wills & estates: conflict of interest; concurrent (R4439 March 2007) - When representing multiple parties in a matter it is important for practitioners to monitor whether a change in circumstances may give rise to a conflict of interest ; Litigation; personal injury/medical-privilege; confidentiality (R4430 April 2007) - A firm may use the opinion of an expert witness in proceedings, even when that same expert witness has been engaged by an opposing firm