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Attorney-client Privilege

Description:

Attorney-client privilege is a legal concept that refers to the protection of confidentiality between a client and their attorney. It ensures that any information shared by a client with their attorney for the purpose of seeking legal advice remains private and cannot be disclosed without the client's consent.

Sense 1:

Noun: The legal principle that upholds the confidentiality of communications between an attorney and their client.

Example Sentence: The attorney-client privilege is a fundamental aspect of our legal system, ensuring clients can trust their attorneys fully.

Sense 2:

Noun: The specific communication or information that is protected by attorney-client privilege.

Example Sentence: The email exchange between the client and their attorney was held under attorney-client privilege.

Sense 3:

Noun: The rights and protections that are granted to clients under attorney-client privilege.

Example Sentence: The attorney emphasized the importance of attorney-client privilege to his client, explaining the confidentiality it provided.

Sense 4:

Noun: The ethical responsibility of an attorney to maintain client confidentiality.

Example Sentence: The attorney strictly adhered to the attorney-client privilege, never discussing any sensitive information about the case with others.

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