A lawyer accepts a case representing a juvenile who was arrested for spray painting graffiti. Can the lawyer accept the case if the lawyer's fee will be paid by the juvenile's father?

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Both of the above. "A lawyer shall not accept compensation for representing a client from one other than the client unless: (1) the client gives informed consent; (2) there is no interference with the lawyer's independence of professional judgment or with the client-attorney relationship; and (3) information relating to the representation of a client is protected as required by [the rule on confidentiality]." Model Rule 1.8(f). Answer C is the best choice because the rule includes both of requirements stated in Answers A and B.

A Lawyer Accepts a Case Representing a Juvenile Who Was