Lawyer to Lawyer Relationships that Create Risk
Referrals, co-counsel arrangements, shared offices, and supervisory roles are part of everyday practice, but each one carries legal and ethical risks that are easy to miss at the outset. Join Jeremy N. Boeder for a practical look at the duties each relationship creates and how to manage risk before it becomes a problem.
When: Thursday, November 12, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
In-Person: ISBA Mutual Insurance Company, 20 S. Clark, Ste. 800, Chicago, IL 60603
Remote: Zoom link will be shared
Key Takeaways for Attendees
Referrals & Fee-Sharing: Sending a matter to another lawyer or entering a fee-sharing agreement can carry serious legal, ethical, and financial consequences if handled improperly. Learn what to address up front so a routine referral doesn't turn into a problem.
Co-counsel & local counsel: Shared responsibility can blur who is accountable for what. Learn how to structure these arrangements so roles are clear and risk is minimized.
"Coverage" counsel & independent contractors: Temporary and semi-permanent affiliations with other attorneys, including the use of "coverage" counsel, create risks that are easy to overlook. Explore where those risks arise and how to manage them.
Office-Sharing: Sharing space can create exposure even when firms operate separately. Get practical tips for identifying and avoiding risk in office-sharing arrangements.
Supervisory & subordinate roles: Both supervising and subordinate lawyers have ethical obligations. Understand what each role requires and how to develop effective supervisory practices.
About Jeremy N. Boeder
Jeremy N. Boeder is a partner at Tribler Orpett & Meyer, P.C., where his practice focuses on professional liability defense and complex litigation. He represents attorneys and other professionals in civil, regulatory, and disciplinary matters and regularly advises on issues involving professional responsibility and risk.
Jeremy is Co-Chair of the Chicago Bar Association’s Professional Responsibility Committee and has long chaired the Practicing Law Institute’s Illinois Professional Responsibility MCLE program. He frequently speaks and writes on legal ethics and professional liability, bringing both practical litigation experience and a deep understanding of the professional obligations lawyers face in working with one another.
Reserve Your Seat for November 12th
Join us at ISBA Mutual's Chicago office or on Zoom for an hour of practical guidance on the lawyer-to-lawyer relationships that can put your practice at risk. Hear from Jeremy Boeder on how to spot the pitfalls and manage them before they become problems.
You'll also earn 1.0 hour of Professional Responsibility MCLE credit. Register below to save your spot!