¶ … Columbia Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC)
Fee splitting Agreement between Mr. Dark and Mr. Pasada
(i) Is the fee-splitting agreement between Mr. Pasada and Mr. Dark enforceable?
No, unfortunately for Mr. Pasada the fee-splitting agreement is not enforceable under Rule 701.2 (g) of the Columbia Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC). This rule is intended to protect the client and is not the right argument to be made for a lawyer's protection by Mr. Pasada in these circumstances.
(ii) Did the letter signed by Mr. Tomas constitute consent?
No, this letter does not constitute consent. Mr. Tomas's signature on the letter merely acknowledges that he received it, read it, and understood its contents. The letter does not ask for consent to the agreement, nor does it imply that Mr. Tomas has consented in any way; it merely established that the letter was received.
What was the legal effect of the memo from Mr. Pasada to Mr. Dark?
Although this memo does...
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