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Published Legal Commentary
Since 2011, attorney John E. Bernacki has authored the "Ethically Speaking" column for the NY Daily Record, discussing legal ethics, professional responsibility, and issues affecting attorneys and businesses throughout New York State. These articles demonstrate John's long-standing commitment to legal scholarship, ethical practice, and public education while reflecting the thoughtful approach he brings to every client relationship.
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Ethically Speaking Archive
2013
- The Ethical Obligations of Standby Counsel
- Sharing Fees With Non-Lawyers: It's a Balancing Act
- The Ethics of Sharing Office Space With Other Lawyers
2012
- How Many Hats Can a Lawyer Ethically Wear?
- Ethical Parameters of the Of Counsel Relationship
- Conflicts of Interest Between Prosecutors & Defense Counsel
- The Ethics of Mortgage Foreclosure Proceedings
- The Ethics Involved in Naming Your Law Firm
- Does Privilege Attach When There Is Fraud?
- Lawyers Can't Always Have the Best of Both Worlds
- Can Lawyers Accept Securities as Payment for Legal Fees?
- Does Serving on a Town Board Impute Conflicts?
- Ethical Payment for Legal Marketing Services
- Spousal Conflicts of Interest: Ethics Opinion Revisited
- Ethics Ruling on Linking to Non-Firm Websites
2011
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