Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam Practice Question
An attorney focuses on estate planning. A court has assigned the attorney to represent a person in a criminal matter. The attorney is hesitant due to the nature of the case and personal scheduling concerns. Which statement accurately describes the attorney’s obligation?
The attorney can refuse for reasons related to scheduling inconveniences
The attorney may refuse after informing the court of a preference for a different practice area
The attorney can accept provided the court agrees to adjust the attorney’s regular caseload
The attorney should accept if there is no significant risk of inadequate representation and no serious burden
Attorneys have a duty to serve when appointed if representation is feasible without substantial risk of inadequate performance or overwhelming burden. Personal preference or moderate scheduling conflicts do not justify turning away an appointment. Positioning acceptance on unrelated factors is not consistent with professional responsibilities.
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Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam
Lawyers’ duties to the public and the legal system