Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam Practice Question
A lawyer representing a corporation in a regulatory matter decides to make a significant donation to a local government official's campaign, hoping to secure a more favorable outcome for their client. Which of the following best describes the lawyer's conduct?
The lawyer is attempting to improperly influence a government official to benefit a client's interests.
The lawyer's actions are acceptable as long as the contribution does not directly involve the case at hand.
The lawyer is engaging in permissible advocacy to support a political candidate.
The lawyer is fulfilling a duty to participate in the political process by contributing to campaigns.
The lawyer's decision to make a significant donation with the intent to secure a favorable outcome constitutes an improper attempt to influence a government official, which is unethical. Political contributions should not be used to gain undue favor or influence over official decisions.
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