Topic: E-mail Encryption, Attorneys’ Website
Faced with the following inquiry:
“May a lawyer use electronic mail services including the Internet to communicate with clients without encryption?”
The Committee answered:
“Yes, unless unusual circumstances require enhanced security measures.”
The Committee also addressed issues related to attorney websites.
Kentucky Rules of Professional Conduct: 7.10, 7.20, 7.01, 7.08
Referenced Authority: Illinois Op. 96-10
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