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1
Q

What is the general rule w regards to communicating fields of practice?

A

A lawyer may tell the public in which field he does or doesn’t practice

2
Q

What is the special rule for patent and admiralty lawyers?

A

They can call themselves patent and admiralty lawyers, or something similar.

3
Q

What is the rule w regards to certified specialist?

A

If lawyer has a certification, she can tell public if:

  1. cert is approved by state bar or accredited by ABA; AND
  2. her communications clearly identify the organization that certified her

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