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Legal Tech: The Attorney-Client Privilege Purpose Requirement and E-Discovery

On Jan. 9, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument on whether the attorney-client privilege protects against disclosure of dual-purpose communications — where the communications contain both legal and nonlegal advice.

6 minute read February 01, 2023 at 01:51 AM
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Kelly Lavelle
Legal Tech: The Attorney-Client Privilege Purpose Requirement and E-Discovery

On Jan. 9, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument on whether the attorney-client privilege protects against disclosure of dual-purpose communications — where the communications contain both legal and nonlegal advice.

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