NALA Certified Paralegal Practice Exam

It is especially important to perform a conflicts check before learning the details of a prospective client's matter because:

1. You may learn information that is confidential and must be safeguarded

2. You may determine that your office cannot accept this matter

3. You may determine that your office will have to withdraw from another matter

4. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

A conflicts check should be performed to prevent any disclosure of confidential information, avoid any potential conflicts of interest, and ensure that the office is able to take on the new matter without having to withdraw from any existing ones. This is why it is especially important to perform a conflicts check before learning the details of a prospective client's matter, as it allows the office to assess any potential issues and take appropriate action. Option A is incorrect because it only addresses one of the potential outcomes of not performing a conflicts check. Option B and C are incorrect because they do not encompass all the potential reasons for performing a conflicts check. Therefore, option D, All of the above, is the most comprehensive and accurate answer.