Posted by Nicole on 1/13/08

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ttorneys (or anyone who knows the answer):

Is anyone aware of any rules of professional conduct,
anywhere, that prohibit monetizing an attorney website?

I believe that, no matter what, there is a very fine line
for attorneys....but I personally think that line depends on
the image you want to project. (Just last night I saw a
white Ford truck with a large alligator painted on it that
was advertising the services of a "TOUGH LITIGATOR." This is
something I personally would never do...but to each his own.
It probably works!)

For example, I can't think of a reason why a google search
bar embedded in the site would be objectionable, or certain
relevant publications.

However, I can think of several scenarios that could result
in trouble. I have an extensive links disclaimer but would
be very interested in case law, law review articles or rules
that address this issue.

I do a lot of business classes and consulting, and really
want to be able to promote certain products or services on
my site that would be helpful to the business owner, or even
in my family law practice...

Anyway, I really would like to hear if anyone knows of
specific prohibitions on this issue, or cases, or anything.

TIA
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Monetizing attorney (services) website, 1/13/08, by Nicole.

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