Diligence

New York Rules of Professional Conduct (22 NYCRR Part 1200)

Rule: 1.3

Jurisdiction: NY

Bluebook Citation: NY RPC 1.3

(a) A lawyer shall act with reasonable diligence and promptness in representing a client. (b) A lawyer shall not neglect a legal matter entrusted to the lawyer. (c) A lawyer shall not intentionally fail to carry out a contract of employment entered into with a client for professional services, but the lawyer may withdraw as permitted under these Rules.

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