Legal Definitions - legal-advice exception

The legal-advice exception is a rule that allows attorneys to keep their client's identity and information about fees confidential if revealing that information could implicate the client in a crime.

For example, if a person consults with a lawyer about a potential criminal activity, the lawyer may keep the client's identity and information about fees confidential if revealing that information could lead to the client being charged with a crime.

Another example could be if a lawyer is representing a client who is being investigated for a crime, the lawyer may keep the client's identity and information about fees confidential if revealing that information could harm the client's case.

The legal-advice exception is an important aspect of attorney-client privilege and allows clients to feel comfortable seeking legal advice without fear of incrimination.