A friend once told me that on an episode of Breaking Bad, someone mentioned that what you tell your lawyer is confidential and forever - is this true? - she asked.
YES !
Read MoreQuestion: "I am separated and I can't cope. I am so devastated, I cannot even face dealing with all of the issues which I have to tackle, now that the relationship is over. What am I to do? Where do I even start."
Read MoreWe are all entitled to privacy. This extends to (and is perhaps most important in) a family law case. If you are separated or are considering separating, keep in mind the following:
1. If you retain a lawyer or if you consult with him or her, your communications (verbal and in writing) are confidential (we use the word “privileged”). For lawyers, the obligation to keep the information they obtain confidential (other than in the context of a court case) is in place for his or her lifetime.
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