CAN MY ATTORNEY REPRESENT MY WIFE IN A SEPARATION AGREEMENT?

QUESTION: Can my attorney of many years, who has seen my mental health records, represent my wife in a separation agreement?

MY RESPONSE: That would be a bad idea. By virtue of your prior dealings with your attorney, and his/her knowledge received therein of your mental health records and history (and likely your legal matters as well), you have a confidential relationship with your attorney, who would have a conflict of interest representing your wife unless you waive that conflict - something that you should not do. Best to contact the attorney and object to his/her representing your wife in connection with a separation agreement or anything having to do with your marriage.

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