Publications
Publications
- July 2005 (Revised August 2008)
- HBS Case Collection
Attorney-Client Privilege
By: Lynn S. Paine and Christopher Bruner
Abstract
Provides a brief summary of the requirements of the attorney-client privilege--an important mechanism for protecting client confidences under U.S. law. Discusses the application of the privilege in a corporate context.
Keywords
Business Ventures; Interpersonal Communication; Crime and Corruption; Law; Attorney and Client Relationships
Citation
Paine, Lynn S., and Christopher Bruner. "Attorney-Client Privilege." Harvard Business School Background Note 306-013, July 2005. (Revised August 2008.)