Question: List one reason a practitioner should act as an advocate at a proceeding before a tribunal in which the practitioner is likely to be a necessary witness. Answer: A practitioner shall not act as advocate at a proceeding before a tribunal in which the practitioner is likely to be a necessary witness unless: The testimony relates to an uncontested issue; The testimony relates to the nature and value of legal services rendered in the case; or Disqualification of the practitioner would work substantial hardship on the client. Chapter Details: The answer to this question can be found in the…
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