Are you privileged? In-house lawyers legal privilege
01 Jan 2009
United Kingdom
1 min read
In-house Lawyers
| 1. | Get involved at an early stage |
| 2. | Identify “the client” |
| 3. | Consider the most appropriate method of communication |
| 4. | Consider the purpose of the document |
| 5. | Consider the audience for circulation |
| 6. | Have an effective records creation/management policy |
| 7. | Consider any relevant IT solutions |
| 8. | Educate staff about the importance of privilege |
| 9. | Update manuals/policies in light of case-law |
| 10. | Consider the role of privilege in fact-finding investigations |
| 11. | Consider whether an external lawyer would offer more protection |
