Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and the other social media tools have become ubiquitous in our high-tech society. And while social media can undoubtedly help lawyers to enhance their networks of colleagues, clients and prospective clients, it can also ensnare the unwary in a web of ethical violations, such as:
- Breaches of confidentiality
- Incompetence
- Unauthorized practice of law
- False or misleading advertising
- Unethical solicitations
- Failure to communicate with clients
- Unlawful discovery practices
- Breaches of gag orders