A lawyer may limit the scope of representation with the client's informed consent. This is true according to which rule?

• A. Model Rule 1.2.
• B. Model Rule 1.6.
• C. Model Rule 1.4.
• D. Model Rule 1.9.

Answer: (A)

Limiting the scope of representation with the client’s informed consent is permitted. Model Rule 1.2 sets the framework: the scope of the representation and the means by which objectives will be achieved are to be determined by agreement between lawyer and client, and the lawyer may limit the scope if the client provides informed consent (preferably in writing). The client must understand the limitations and the consequences, and the limitation must be reasonable under the circumstances. This is why the statement is correct.

The other rules cover different topics—confidentiality, communications with the client, and duties to former clients—rather than restricting or narrowing the scope of representation with the client’s informed consent.