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What Does That Meme?: The Intersection of Lawyer Ethics & Social Media
76% of lawyers use social media for professional purposes. How many also pass the ethical requirement of competence?
Developments in social media technology expose the tension between society’s reliance on technology versus lawyer ethics rules. When does a social media post violate advertising rules? How can one avoid unauthorized practice of law in other jurisdictions by commenting on a post? When can lawyers and judges being “friends” on Facebook cross the line? When are memes improper comments? This book discusses these and other ethical issues related to emerging social technology for lawyers.In an era dominated by digital communication and interconnectedness, social media has become an integral part of both personal and professional life. For lawyers, understanding and navigating the ethical implications of social media is imperative.
The American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct, which serve as a cornerstone for ethical behavior in the legal profession, underscore the ethical duty of lawyers to be technology literate. Technological literacy in the context of social media involves more than just familiarity with platforms; it requires a deep understanding of the ethical considerations that arise in online interactions. Lawyers must leverage social media responsibly, respecting confidentiality, adhering to advertising rules, and maintaining professionalism in the digital sphere. By fulfilling their ethical duty to be technologically literate in the realm of social media, lawyers can harness the benefits of these platforms while upholding the highest standards of professional conduct.
Michelle O'Neil has more than 25 years’ experience as a board-certified family law specialist handling litigation related to family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and complex property division. Described by one lawyer as "a lethal combination of sweet-and-salty", Ms. O'Neil exudes genuine compassion for her client's difficulties, yet she can be relentless when in pursuit of a client's goals. Ms. O’Neil has used her tenacity and expertise in digital and internet marketing to help grow her current firm from a start-up to a powerhouse.
Developments in social media technology expose the tension between society’s reliance on technology versus lawyer ethics rules. When does a social media post violate advertising rules? How can one avoid unauthorized practice of law in other jurisdictions by commenting on a post? When can lawyers and judges being “friends” on Facebook cross the line? When are memes improper comments? This book discusses these and other ethical issues related to emerging social technology for lawyers.In an era dominated by digital communication and interconnectedness, social media has become an integral part of both personal and professional life. For lawyers, understanding and navigating the ethical implications of social media is imperative.
The American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct, which serve as a cornerstone for ethical behavior in the legal profession, underscore the ethical duty of lawyers to be technology literate. Technological literacy in the context of social media involves more than just familiarity with platforms; it requires a deep understanding of the ethical considerations that arise in online interactions. Lawyers must leverage social media responsibly, respecting confidentiality, adhering to advertising rules, and maintaining professionalism in the digital sphere. By fulfilling their ethical duty to be technologically literate in the realm of social media, lawyers can harness the benefits of these platforms while upholding the highest standards of professional conduct.
Michelle O'Neil has more than 25 years’ experience as a board-certified family law specialist handling litigation related to family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and complex property division. Described by one lawyer as "a lethal combination of sweet-and-salty", Ms. O'Neil exudes genuine compassion for her client's difficulties, yet she can be relentless when in pursuit of a client's goals. Ms. O’Neil has used her tenacity and expertise in digital and internet marketing to help grow her current firm from a start-up to a powerhouse.
113 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 7, 2024
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