Q » What are the ethical rules regarding client trust accounts (IOLTA/Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts)?
17 Oct, 2025
A » Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts (IOLTA) are designed to hold client funds separately from personal or firm accounts. Ethical rules mandate that lawyers must safeguard client funds, avoid commingling, and ensure proper management of these accounts. Any interest generated benefits legal aid services. Attorneys must adhere to state-specific regulations, maintain meticulous records, and promptly distribute funds to clients while ensuring transparency and accountability at all times.
17 Oct, 2025
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