FREE HI Bar Professional Responsibility Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is a duty that attorneys in Hawaii owe to their clients?

Accepted Answer

Duty of confidentiality

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Duty to maximize profits

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Duty to the court over the client

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Duty to provide free services

Question 2

What is required of an attorney in Hawaii before entering into a contingent fee agreement?

Accepted Answer

The agreement must be in writing and explain how the fee will be determined

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The agreement must be approved by the court

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The client must sign a waiver of rights

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The attorney must guarantee a win

Question 3

Under Hawaii's Rules of Professional Conduct, when is it permissible for an attorney to represent a client with interests directly adverse to another client?

Accepted Answer

When both clients consent after full disclosure

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When the attorney deems it necessary

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When the conflict is minor and unlikely to arise

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When the attorney is highly experienced

Question 4

Which of the following actions is considered professional misconduct for an attorney in Hawaii?

Accepted Answer

Engaging in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation

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Accepting a case without a fee

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Declining a case due to lack of expertise

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Advertising services on social media

Question 5

Under Hawaii's Rules of Professional Conduct, what must an attorney do if they wish to withdraw from representing a client?

Accepted Answer

Obtain permission from the court, if required, and take steps to avoid prejudice to the client

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Simply notify the client in writing

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Return the retainer fee

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File a motion for dismissal