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What is ABA Formal Opinion 480 about?

Lawyers engaging in blogging or public commentary must adhere to confidentiality obligations under the Model Rules of Professional Conduct, specifically Rule 1.6, which prohibits revealing client-related information without informed consent. Even information in public records is protected, and lawyers must be cautious to avoid disclosing client identities or situations, even in hypothetical discussions. The opinion emphasizes that while the First Amendment protects free speech, it does not exempt lawyers fr

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