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client rule in Colorado

11 Colorado opinions name it 2 courts 1912–2023 1 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Colorado courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (9)

CaseFollowedCited
People v. Chappellgreen
colo · 1996 · cited in 2 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 2002–2005
2 sentences

2005See People v. Chappell, 927 P.2d 829, 830-31 (Colo.1996) (previously disciplined attorney disbarred for intentionally aiding a client in the violation of a child custody order amounting to a felony); People v. Viar, 848 P.2d 934, 936 (Colo.1993) (attorney disbarred for bribery, a class three felony); People v. Schwartz, 814 P.2d 793, 794-95 (Colo.1991) (attorney disbarred for conviction of bankruptcy fraud). 55 P.3d 126, 130 (Colo.2002).

2002See People v. Chappell, 927 P.2d 829, 830-81 (Colo.1996) (previously disciplined attorney disbarred for intentionally aiding a client in the violation of a child custody order amounting to a felony); People v. Viar, 848 P.2d 934, 936 (Colo.1993) (attorney disbarred for bribery, a class three felony); People v. Schwartz, 814 P.2d 793, 794-95 (Colo.1991) (attorney disbarred for conviction of bankruptey fraud).

22
People v. Viargreen
colo · 1993 · cited in 2 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 2002–2005
2 sentences

2005See People v. Chappell, 927 P.2d 829, 830-31 (Colo.1996) (previously disciplined attorney disbarred for intentionally aiding a client in the violation of a child custody order amounting to a felony); People v. Viar, 848 P.2d 934, 936 (Colo.1993) (attorney disbarred for bribery, a class three felony); People v. Schwartz, 814 P.2d 793, 794-95 (Colo.1991) (attorney disbarred for conviction of bankruptcy fraud). 55 P.3d 126, 130 (Colo.2002).

2002See People v. Chappell, 927 P.2d 829, 830-81 (Colo.1996) (previously disciplined attorney disbarred for intentionally aiding a client in the violation of a child custody order amounting to a felony); People v. Viar, 848 P.2d 934, 936 (Colo.1993) (attorney disbarred for bribery, a class three felony); People v. Schwartz, 814 P.2d 793, 794-95 (Colo.1991) (attorney disbarred for conviction of bankruptey fraud).

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People v. Schwartzgreen
colo · 1991 · cited in 2 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 2002–2005
2 sentences

2005See People v. Chappell, 927 P.2d 829, 830-31 (Colo.1996) (previously disciplined attorney disbarred for intentionally aiding a client in the violation of a child custody order amounting to a felony); People v. Viar, 848 P.2d 934, 936 (Colo.1993) (attorney disbarred for bribery, a class three felony); People v. Schwartz, 814 P.2d 793, 794-95 (Colo.1991) (attorney disbarred for conviction of bankruptcy fraud). 55 P.3d 126, 130 (Colo.2002).

2002See People v. Chappell, 927 P.2d 829, 830-81 (Colo.1996) (previously disciplined attorney disbarred for intentionally aiding a client in the violation of a child custody order amounting to a felony); People v. Viar, 848 P.2d 934, 936 (Colo.1993) (attorney disbarred for bribery, a class three felony); People v. Schwartz, 814 P.2d 793, 794-95 (Colo.1991) (attorney disbarred for conviction of bankruptey fraud).

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People v. Maderagreen
colo · 2005 · cited in 1 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
1 sentence

2012People v. Madera, 112 P.3d 688, 690 (Colo.2005). 116 Even if defendant's trial testimony about his discussions with counsel could be viewed as having waived the attorney-client privilege, the record does not reflect any explanation to defendant that he had made such a waiver or what the consequences of such a waiver would be.

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In Re DeRosegreen
colo · 2002 · cited in 1 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
1 sentence

2005See People v. Chappell, 927 P.2d 829, 830-31 (Colo.1996) (previously disciplined attorney disbarred for intentionally aiding a client in the violation of a child custody order amounting to a felony); People v. Viar, 848 P.2d 934, 936 (Colo.1993) (attorney disbarred for bribery, a class three felony); People v. Schwartz, 814 P.2d 793, 794-95 (Colo.1991) (attorney disbarred for conviction of bankruptcy fraud). 55 P.3d 126, 130 (Colo.2002).

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In Re Wimmershoffgreen
colo · 2000 · cited in 1 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
1 sentence

2003The Supreme Court has previously publicly censured an attorney for failing to comply with the rules governing contingent fees, see In re Wimmershoff, 3 P.3d 417, 420 (Colo.2000)(attorney publicly censured for, charging an unreasonable fee and failing to adequately convey the basis and rate of his fee to the client in violation of Colo. RPC 1.5(b)) and has suspended an attorney for thirty days for advancing funds to the client.

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In Re Gibsongreen
colo · 1999 · cited in 1 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
1 sentence

2003In Re Gibson, 991 P.2d 277, 278 (Colo.l999)(attorney suspended for thirty days for, among other rule violations, advancing funds to his client in violation of Colo. RPC 1.8(e)).

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People Ex Rel. Dept. of Public Works v. Donovangreen
cal · 1962 · cited in 1 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 1987–1987
2 sentences

1987However, in general the attorney-client privilege is strictly construed "in the interest of bringing to light relevant facts." People v. Donovan, 19 Cal.Rptr. 473, 478 , 57 Cal.2d 346 , 354, 369 P.2d 1, 5 (1972). [4] A. I believe that analysis of the expert's testimony requires that we recognize distinctions between testimony as to confidential communications that occurred between the client and a defense-retained expert, and testimony regarding "things which [the expert] observed or discovered himself without resort to the client's admissions." Friedenthal, Discovery and Use of an Adverse Par

1987However, in general the attorney-client privilege is strictly construed "in the interest of bringing to light relevant facts." People v. Donovan, 19 Cal.Rptr. 473, 478 , 57 Cal.2d 346 , 354, 369 P.2d 1, 5 (1972). [4] A. I believe that analysis of the expert's testimony requires that we recognize distinctions between testimony as to confidential communications that occurred between the client and a defense-retained expert, and testimony regarding "things which [the expert] observed or discovered himself without resort to the client's admissions." Friedenthal, Discovery and Use of an Adverse Par

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Zika v. Eckelgreen
colo · 1962 · cited in 1 Colorado opinions naming this issue, 1986–1986
2 sentences

1986Coerber v. Rath, 164 Colo. 294 , 435 P.2d 228 (1967); see also Zika v. Eckel, 150 Colo. 302 , 372 P.2d 165 (1962); Dudley v. Keller, 33 Colo.App. 320 , 521 P.2d 175 (1974).

1986Coerber v. Rath, 164 Colo. 294 , 435 P.2d 228 (1967); see also Zika v. Eckel, 150 Colo. 302 , 372 P.2d 165 (1962); Dudley v. Keller, 33 Colo.App. 320 , 521 P.2d 175 (1974).

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Colorado. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (6)

CaseCitedYears
Fearnley v. Fearnley neutral
· 1908
2 sentences

1912We extract the following excerpt from Fearnley v. Fearnley, 44 Colo., 417 , viz.: “The object of the statute is to extend to the client the privilege that his communication shall not be disclosed without his consent.

1912We extract the following excerpt from Fearnley v. Fearnley, 44 Colo., 417 , viz.: “The object of the statute is to extend to the client the privilege that his communication shall not be disclosed without his consent.

21912–1912
Buckmiller v. Safeway Stores, Inc. green
colo · 1986
1 sentence

2023We have further held that a trial court, “in determining whether a party has established excusable neglect under C.R.C.P. 60(b), should not impute the gross negligence of an attorney to the client for the purpose of foreclosing the client from rule 60(b) relief.” Buckmiller, 727 P.2d at 1116 . ¶15 Here, the trial court found Encompass established excusable neglect.

12023–2023
Maul v. Shaw red
coloctapp · 1992
1 sentence

1995Maul v. Shaw, 843 P.2d 139 (Colo.App.1992).

11995–1995
State v. Carter green
mo · 1982
2 sentences

1994In State v. Carter, 641 S.W.2d 54 (Mo.1982), the Supreme Court of Missouri concluded that the attorney-client privilege does not apply to communications between a client and a defense-retained psychiatrist in an effort to obtain a favorable opinion supporting the defendant’s defense of mental disease or defect.

1994In State v. Carter, 641 S.W.2d 54 (Mo.1982), the Supreme Court of Missouri concluded that the attorney-client privilege does not apply to communications between a client and a defense-retained psychiatrist in an effort to obtain a favorable opinion supporting the defendant's defense of mental disease or defect.

11994–1994
Dudley v. Keller green
coloctapp · 1974
2 sentences

1986Coerber v. Rath, 164 Colo. 294 , 435 P.2d 228 (1967); see also Zika v. Eckel, 150 Colo. 302 , 372 P.2d 165 (1962); Dudley v. Keller, 33 Colo.App. 320 , 521 P.2d 175 (1974).

1986Coerber v. Rath, 164 Colo. 294 , 435 P.2d 228 (1967); see also Zika v. Eckel, 150 Colo. 302 , 372 P.2d 165 (1962); Dudley v. Keller, 33 Colo.App. 320 , 521 P.2d 175 (1974).

11986–1986
Coerber v. Rath green
colo · 1967
2 sentences

1986Coerber v. Rath, 164 Colo. 294 , 435 P.2d 228 (1967); see also Zika v. Eckel, 150 Colo. 302 , 372 P.2d 165 (1962); Dudley v. Keller, 33 Colo.App. 320 , 521 P.2d 175 (1974).

1986Coerber v. Rath, 164 Colo. 294 , 435 P.2d 228 (1967); see also Zika v. Eckel, 150 Colo. 302 , 372 P.2d 165 (1962); Dudley v. Keller, 33 Colo.App. 320 , 521 P.2d 175 (1974).

11986–1986

Statutes the citing opinions construe

CO § Colo. Rev. Stat. § 13-90-107 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

TX 32 (1913–2024) CA 30 (1962–2024) NY 17 (1992–2024) PA 15 (1983–2024) IL 15 (1934–2026) IA 13 (1933–2022) WI 12 (1979–2025) OR 12 (1985–2026) SD 12 (1961–2026) NJ 12 (1981–2024) DC 11 (1997–2024) OH 11 (1999–2021) CO 11 (1912–2023) MD 10 (1983–2016) LA 10 (1984–2017) FL 9 (1978–2019) WA 9 (1990–2020) WV 8 (1994–2015) KY 8 (1987–2020) MI 8 (1971–2019) NM 7 (1994–2026) AZ 7 (1956–2012) MA 7 (1985–2024) GA 6 (2011–2026) IN 6 (1976–2003) NE 6 (1987–2015) AL 5 (1992–2024) CT 5 (1960–2013) ME 5 (1999–2023) UT 4 (1988–2023) AR 4 (1996–2022) DE 4 (1990–2017) MO 4 (1955–2006) NC 4 (2008–2023) ID 4 (1993–2015) MN 4 (1994–2014) MS 4 (1962–2023) KS 4 (1995–2024) VT 4 (2006–2023) MT 3 (1982–2009) SC 3 (1997–2009) NV 3 (1909–2016) AK 2 (1982–1995) OK 2 (1967–1970)

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