Attorney Work Product
Materials prepared by or for an attorney in anticipation of litigation that are protected from disclosure to the opposing party.
What is Attorney Work Product?
Attorney work product refers to materials prepared by a lawyer in anticipation of litigation, including notes, strategies, research, and documents. These materials are generally protected from discovery by opposing parties under the work-product doctrine.
Why It Matters?
It allows attorneys to prepare cases thoroughly while preserving confidentiality and strategic advantage.
Example
A lawyer drafts case notes and evidence summaries before filing a lawsuit; these documents are considered attorney work product and are shielded from the opposing party.
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