Question Nos. 19 and 20 are based on the following facts: He…
Question Nos. 19 and 20 are based on the following facts: Helen has been practicing law for two years. Helen represents Pat in her first medical malpractice case against Dr. Euphoria. She spends almost no time preparing the case, and her research and trial work fall far below the standard of care for lawyers in her area. The jury finds against Pat, i.e., defense verdict in favor of Dr. Euphoria. Pat subsequently files a complaint against Helen with the State Bar, and also sues Helen for legal malpractice. 20. In Pat’s legal malpractice suit against Helen, Helen refuses to answer questions about confidential communications with Pat during the suit against Dr. Euphoria. Helen’s refusal is: