MPRE (THEMIS) EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

MPRE (THEMIS) EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2. Depends on the lawyers belief. The conduct must conform to the rules of the jurisdiction that the lawyer reasonably believes his conduct will have a predominant affect. What is the "squeal rule"? - Answer-A lawyer is required to report violations that lawyer has ACTUAL KNOWLEDGE of to disciplinary authorities. (includes bad judicial conduct) Violation goes to lawyer's substantial honesty, trustworthiness and fitness to practice law What ways can a lawyer practice in a jurisdiction that they are not licensed in? - Answer-1. "Pro Hav Vice" Admission: allows lawyer to practice in jurisdiction on a temporary basis. (there must a "vice"/dispute (applies to mediation and arbitration) 2. Through association with local counsel as long as local counsel ACTUALLY participates. Can't be a a mere silent partner 3. Working for a client from home jurisdiction. Attorney must have home state qualification. Define the "practice of law"? What are consequences of unauthorized practice for attorney's and non-attorney's? What other prohibitions do lawyers have RE unauthorized practice? - Answer-1. Any activity which develops facts or law.