Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam Practice Question

While presiding over a complex financial dispute, a judge disregards a crucial affidavit explaining a key element of the claims. The judge then rules without reviewing that affidavit. Which option best fulfills the judge’s obligation of competence and diligence?

  • Extend the hearing schedule to include a review of relevant materials before issuing a decision.

  • Announce that the documentation in question will be addressed at a later stage on appeal.

  • Proceed with a final ruling based on a brief outline provided by a staff member, indicating the main points are sufficiently covered.

  • Order all parties to appear and argue the motion again.

Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam
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