Legal Conflict Letter

LEGAL CONFLICT LETTER

This Legal Conflict Letter (the "Letter") is executed as of by and between Law Firm Name: (referred to herein as "Firm") and Client Name: (referred to herein as "Client"). The Firm and Client are collectively referred to as the "Parties."

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the Client has requested that the Firm provide legal services with respect to the matter described below (the "Matter");

WHEREAS, the Firm has conducted a conflict check and has identified certain relationships, representations, or interests that may constitute a potential or actual conflict of interest as described in this Letter; and

WHEREAS, the Parties wish to document the Firm's disclosures regarding the potential conflict and the Client's informed consent, if any, to the Firm's continued representation in the Matter.

NOW, THEREFORE

In consideration of the mutual covenants set forth below, the Parties agree as follows:

1. MATTER AND SCOPE OF REPRESENTATION

The Firm will provide legal services to the Client with respect to the Matter described as:

The services to be provided will be limited to the scope described above. The Firm will not undertake services outside that scope without the Client's prior written consent.

2. DISCLOSURE OF POTENTIAL CONFLICTS

The Firm discloses the following relationships, prior representations, or interests that could constitute a potential or actual conflict of interest in connection with the Matter:

Nature of conflict (select all that apply):

Former client representation Current client representation Related party interest Other

If "Other" or further detail is required, describe the parties, relationship, and circumstances:

3. CLIENT CONSENT AND WAIVER

The Client acknowledges receipt of the disclosures above and, after consultation and consideration, hereby provides the following election:

Client consents to Firm's representation notwithstanding the disclosed potential conflict Client declines to consent to representation given disclosed conflict

By selecting consent_to_represent and executing this Letter, the Client acknowledges that the consent is informed, voluntary, and given with the understanding that the Firm may continue or undertake representation notwithstanding the disclosed matter. The Client further understands that such consent is limited to the Matter as described and does not constitute a waiver of conflicts in unrelated matters.

4. CONFIDENTIALITY AND USE OF INFORMATION

The Firm will treat all communications and information received in the course of its representation subject to the Firm's duties of confidentiality. Notwithstanding any consent provided herein, the Firm will not disclose confidential information except as authorized by the Client or required by law. The Client authorizes the Firm to use information that is not subject to privilege or confidentiality in representing other clients if such use would not be adverse to the Client in the Matter.

5. WITHDRAWAL

The Firm reserves the right to withdraw from the representation if, in the Firm's professional judgment or as required by applicable rules of professional conduct, continued representation would violate the Firm's ethical obligations. If the Firm determines withdrawal is necessary, the Firm will take reasonable steps to protect the Client's interests in accordance with applicable professional standards.

6. INDEPENDENT ADVICE

The Client acknowledges that the Client has been advised of the right to seek independent legal advice regarding the disclosures and the effect of providing consent. The Client confirms:

Client had the opportunity to consult independent counsel Client elected not to consult independent counsel

If independent counsel was consulted, provide counsel name:

7. FEES, BILLING AND COSTS

Fees and billing practices will be governed by the existing engagement letter between the Parties or, if none exists, by a separate fee agreement. The existence of a disclosed conflict and any consent thereto shall not alter the Firm's right to charge for services rendered or to require payment of outstanding fees or retainers in accordance with the Parties' fee agreement.

8. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Letter shall be in writing and delivered by hand, certified mail, or nationally recognized courier to the addresses set forth below or to such other address as either Party designates by notice in accordance with this paragraph.

9. AMENDMENTS, WAIVER AND SEVERABILITY

This Letter may be amended only by a written instrument signed by both Parties. The waiver by either Party of a breach of any provision of this Letter shall not operate or be construed as a waiver of any other or subsequent breach. If any provision of this Letter is held invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

10. GOVERNING LAW

This Letter shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of without regard to principles of conflicts of law.

11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Letter constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations and understandings, whether written or oral, concerning such subject matter.

12. COUNTERPARTS

This Letter may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. Signatures delivered by electronic transmission shall be effective as originals.

EXECUTION

The undersigned represent that they are authorized to execute this Letter on behalf of the respective Parties and that their signatures bind the Parties to the terms set forth herein.

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