In this intriguing program, the CLE performer Stuart Teicher blends three seemingly unrelated stories into a captivating and coherent exploration of conflict-of-interest rules. Stuart unravels the complexities of legal ethics, offering practical insights into how to identify and avoid conflicts, when a conflict will be imputed to others in a firm, and when withdrawal from representation becomes essential. He goes beyond the basics, diving into strategies for spotting potential conflicts early, understanding the ripple effects of imputation across a practice, and recognizing the critical moments when stepping away is the only ethical option—all while keeping you entertained and engaged. You’ve got to see it to believe it! Join Stuart as he explains the following:

• How Model Rule 1.10 is best explained by referencing the time he broke his nose during a pickup basketball game: it surprisingly, but perfectly, explains the screening process of Model Rule 1.10.
• How a meme about Spider-Man brings “direct adversity” to life: Stuart explains direct adversity in Model Rule 1.7(a)(1) and shows how it manifests in different practice contexts.
• How Stuart’s crush on a particular entertainer sheds light on Model Rule 1.7: specifically, it explains the significant risk of a material limitation standard in Model Rule 1.7(a)(2). 
• How the Russian invasion of Ukraine illustrates the difficulty with the rule on withdrawing: Stuart explains the difficulty of navigating Model Rule 1.6(b) in those situations and explores the difficulty of remaining in a case when directed to do so per Model Rule 1.16(c).