Excerpt from Trial Magazine, August 2021 (American Association for Justice)
“Be prepared for the ethical challenges that come with social media use—whether by parties, witnesses, jurors, or attorneys.
As social media becomes more and more prevalent in society, attorneys must be prepared to navigate the ethical minefields that come along with it. In the United States, 72% of adults use social media. The majority of our clients, opposing counsel, jurors, and witnesses use social media. Since a diligent attorney must act with ‘zeal in advocacy upon the client’s behalf,’ understanding the risks and obligations related to social media is crucial.”
Click here to read the article written by Attorney Heidi L. Wickstrom discussing key best practices for social media and litigation.
