Commitment To Our Clients

As attorneys, we belong to a profession devoted to serving both the interests of our clients and the public good. In our roles as officers of the court, as counselors, and as advocates, we aspire to a professional standard of conduct. With adherence to a professional standard of conduct, we earn a reputation for honor, respect, and trustworthiness among our clients, in the legal community, and with the public.

Professionalism includes integrity, courtesy, honesty and willing compliance with the highest ethical standards. Professionalism goes beyond observing the legal professions ethical rules: professionalism sensitively and fairly serves the best interests of clients and the public. Professionalism fosters respect and trust among lawyers and between lawyers and the public, promotes the efficient resolution of disputes, simplifies transactions, and makes the practice of the law more enjoyable and satisfying.

As lawyers subscribing to the Statement of Professionalism, we commit to our clients:

1. We will represent you responsibly and with enthusiasm and dedication.
2. We will protect your interests, including your right to confidentiality.
3. We will be trustworthy and honest in our dealings with you and others.
4. We will advise you against and will not pursue a course of conduct which is improper, unreasonable, without merit, or intended only to create delay or harass another.
5. We will conduct our legal affairs as efficiently and inexpensively as possible, and where appropriate, will advise you of, and encourage you to use, alternative ways to resolve disputes.
6. We will treat you and all others involved in your legal affairs, including other lawyers, with courtesy, respect, and consideration.
7. We will represent you only in matters we can competently handle.
8. We will discuss our fee arrangement with you at the beginning of our relationship.
9. We will keep you informed about your legal affairs. We will provide you with copies of important papers and letters.
10. We will ensure you phone calls are returned promptly. We will be on time for meetings and court proceedings.