Asked by Fatou Jallow on Apr 27, 2024

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Financial statements relating to a client's business firm would be

A) likely to be classified as work product.
B) unlikely to be classified as work product.
C) protected by attorney-client privilege.
D) None of these choices is correct.

Financial Statements

Written records that convey the business activities and financial performance of a company, including the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

Business Firm

An organization engaged in commercial, industrial, or professional activities, aiming to generate profits.

Work Product

Documents, materials, or information prepared by or for attorneys in anticipation of litigation, protected from disclosure.

  • Identify the differences between the attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine.
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Elise MartinezMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Financial statements relating to a client's business firm are generally considered business records and are not created in anticipation of litigation, thus they are unlikely to be classified as work product. Work product pertains to materials prepared by or for an attorney in anticipation of litigation. Attorney-client privilege typically covers communications between an attorney and their client for the purpose of seeking or providing legal advice, not business records like financial statements.