You will make a full and honest disclosure of all of the facts

- good and bad -- that relate to your legal matter, and you will inform your attorney about any new facts or circumstances that may affect your case as they arise. 2. You will adhere to your fee agreement with your attorney, pay your bills for all work that has been performed, and pay for all costs that were advanced for you. If you have any questions about your bill, you will discuss them with your attorney. 3. You will seek your attorney's advice before discussing any information relating to your legal matter with others. 4. You will tell your attorney if you have any concerns or reservations about the advice you are being given. 5. You will be on time for all court hearings and appointments with your attorney or let your attorney know in advance if you cannot be on time. 6. If you cannot reach your attorney when you phone the office, you will leave your name and phone number and a brief message. 7. You will complete the tasks requested by your attorney in a timely fashion or let your attorney know when you cannot. 8. You will discuss your expectations about what you want to accomplish in your legal matter with your attorney. When your expectations are not being met, you will talk to your attorney about it. 159 Revised October 2023 You have the right to change attorneys if you are dissatisfied with the representation you are receiving. However, in certain circumstances you will need the court's permission. It is also important for you to know that your attorney may decide to stop representing you. This may be due to your not meeting your obligations to your attorney or for some other reason. This too may require court permission. This Client's Statement of Rights and Responsibilities is based on the Rhode Island Rules of Professional Conduct for attorneys. If you have any questions about this statement of your rights and obligations, you should contact the Rhode Island Bar Association at (401) 421-5740. 160 Revised October 2023