Technology tools and globalization have changed the practice of law. The global delivery of legal services and the practice of outsourcing and offshoring have raised unique ethical issues. These issues include, but are not limited to:
- Confidentiality and Protection of Trade Secrets
- Competence and Supervision of Outsourced Work
- Potential for Unauthorized Practice of Law
- Client Disclosure, Consultation and Consent
- Conflicts of Interest
- Data Protection Issues
- Malpractice Insurance and LPO Errors and Omissions
- Billing Issues
- Export Control Regulations
Fronterion understands the challenges associated with implementing a successful and ethically compliant legal outsourcing engagement. We can help you navigate the practical, ethical and regulatory implications of legal process outsourcing in a domestic and international context and build a legal outsourcing initiative that provides a significant source of value to your practice.
The Ethics Resource Center is an excellent place to begin. Through a library of free online resources and access to the latest developments in legal outsourcing ethics, the Center is the singular resource to help you understand your ethical obligations in a dynamic and evolving legal landscape.
In an increasingly globalized legal profession, Fronterion is here to help.
For more information see About the Resource Center and About Fronterion.
