Paralegals cannot become partners in a law partnership because

A) they are not equal intellectually to lawyers.
B) it would be a violation of the rule against fee splitting.
C) paralegals cannot legally be paid as much as attorneys.
D) None of these choices is correct.

Law Partnership

A business entity formed by two or more lawyers to practice law together, sharing profits, losses, and liabilities.

Rule Against Fee Splitting

A legal principle that prohibits attorneys from dividing their fees with non-lawyers or professionals not directly involved in their cases.

Intellectual Equality

The notion that individuals should be recognized as having equal intellectual potential irrespective of their background.