"x x x.
Due to the closeness of the relationship,
the help offered by lawyers acting for
family or friends tends to be informal, or
is at a level that is less formal than it
would be for a regular client. This lack of
formality can result in the cutting of corners,
or a failure to obtain consents or
written instructions. Misunderstandings
as to the scope and nature of the services
to be provided are more likely due to the
informal handling of the matter. Lastly,
standard procedures may not be followed,
including completing a conflicts check,
opening a file, signing a retainer agreement,
sending correspondence, etc. All
these standard procedures occur for good
reason, and should occur on every matter
that you handle, regardless of your relationship
to a client.
For several reasons family and friends
can be the most difficult and awkward of
clients: x x x."
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