Ohio Supreme Court Seeks Help Drafting Lawyer-Client Guide

According to a Press Release issued today, the Ohio Supreme Court is looking for help in drafting a lawyer-client guide currently called A Consumer's Practical Guide to Managing a Relationship with a Lawyer. The guide, which is already 15 pages in draft, is intended to contain information on the attorney-client relationship, including lawyer qualifications, how to find and hire a lawyer, referrals, lawyer and client responsibilities, and how to avoid problems in the attorney-client relationship. The comment period for the proposed guide ends September 24, 2008. Information on when you need a lawyer, finding one, and problems (including grievances) can be found on Law Library's FAQ captioned You and Your Lawyer. Additional summary information can be found in the Ohio State Bar Association Pamphlet on Attorneys.