Advisory Opinion: 1649

Year Issued: 1996

RPC(s): RPC 1.7

Subject: Client conflict of interest.

The Committee was of the opinion that, assuming that you believe the respresentation of the client would not be adversely affected by your law firm's obligations to the city of Wenatchee, you could represent the potential condemnee in compliance with RPC 1.7 (a) and (b).

Advisory Opinions are provided for the education of the Bar and reflect the opinion of the Committee on Professional Ethics (CPE) or its predecessors. Advisory Opinions are provided pursuant to the authorization granted by the Board of Governors, but are not individually approved by the Board and do not reflect the official position of the Bar association. Laws other than the Washington State Rules of Professional Conduct may apply to the inquiry. The Committee's answer does not include or opine about any other applicable law other than the meaning of the Rules of Professional Conduct.