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Code of professional conduct In the representation of clients and otherwise in the practice of the profession as trial attorneys, CAOC members shall abide by the 1. Zealously represent the best interests of their clients within the framework of all applicable Rules of Professional Responsibility and with the highest ethical standards of the profession. 2. Not prosecute or counsel any action, or assert any claim or defense, which is false, frivolous, or wholly insubstantial. 3. Engage only in advertising that fully complies with the rules of the 4. Not initiate personal contact with any injured party or aggrieved survivor, 5. Not initiate press contact following a disaster or incident that resulted 6. Not knowingly accept referral of a case that has been the subject of conduct that violates the provisions of this Code or other applicable rule. 7. Disclose and explain the fee to be charged to the client and how it is calculated; the handling of costs while the case is pending and on resolution; and, if contingent upon recovery, memorialize the fee clearly in a written fee agreement. 8. To the extent consistent with state law or Rules of Professional Conduct, 9. Accept only cases and legal matters for which the attorney or co-counsel 10.Disclose to clients the intention to refer their case to another attorney 11. Communicate promptly, frankly, and fully with clients when they
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