Conflict Of Interest Concerns

Could you provide a bit more detail about the conflict of interest situation? For example, is it related to a current case, or are you looking for advice on how to handle a potential conflict? This information will help me provide more specific guidance.

It sounds like there might be a conflict of interest if your old lawyer is representing your boyfriend in a similar child custody case. In Arkansas, lawyers generally must avoid representing clients with conflicting interests. You may:
- File a motion to disqualify the lawyer due to conflict of interest.
- Consult with a new attorney to discuss your case and options.
Have you spoken to any legal professionals about this issue yet?

Sure, I can help with a general outline for drafting a motion to disqualify a lawyer due to conflict of interest in Arkansas. Keep in mind that it's important to consult with a legal professional to tailor the motion to your specific case. Here's a basic structure:
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IN THE [Name of Court] COURT OF [County], ARKANSAS
[Your Name],
Plaintiff,
v.
[Boyfriend's Name],
Defendant.
Case No. [Your Case Number]
MOTION TO DISQUALIFY COUNSEL DUE TO CONFLICT OF INTEREST
COMES NOW, [Your Name], Plaintiff, by and through [Your Attorney's Name or "Pro Se" if representing yourself], and moves this Honorable Court to disqualify [Lawyer's Name] as counsel for the Defendant, [Boyfriend's Name], and in support thereof states:
*. Background:
- Plaintiff was previously represented by [Lawyer's Name] in a related child custody matter.
- The nature of the prior representation involved sensitive information relevant to the current case.
*. Conflict of Interest:
- The Arkansas Rules of Professional Conduct Rule *.* prohibits a lawyer from representing a new client whose interests are materially adverse to a former client in the same or a substantially related matter.
- [Lawyer's Name] possesses confidential information from the prior representation that could be used adversely against the Plaintiff.
*. Legal Basis:
- Rule *.* of the Arkansas Rules of Professional Conduct.
- Case precedents (if any, specific to your case).
*. Relief Sought:
- Plaintiff respectfully requests that this Court disqualify [Lawyer's Name] from representing [Boyfriend's Name] in this case.
- Any other relief the Court deems just and proper.
WHEREFORE, Plaintiff prays this Court grants the relief requested herein.
DATED this [date] day of [month], [year].
Respectfully submitted,
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Your Contact Information]
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Make sure to consult with a legal professional in Arkansas to ensure accuracy and adherence to local court rules.