QUESTION
An attorney trust account may contain funds connected to a representation that belong to:
A. Clients.
B. Third persons.
C. Both A and B.
D. None of the above.
ANSWER C
“A lawyer shall hold property of clients or third persons that is in a lawyer's possession in connection with a representation separate from the lawyer’s own property.” Nebraska Court Rule of Professional Conduct §3-501.15(a).
Prepared by the Counsel for Discipline of the Nebraska Supreme Court. If you have a question about your ethical responsibilities, contact the Office of the Counsel for Discipline at 402-471-1040 or 877-504-0967.