NALA Certified Paralegal Practice Exam

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Which ethical rule did Paralegal Susan breach by failing to file an important document on time?

The duty of client privilege
The work product doctrine
The conflict of interest rule
The duties of competence and diligence

The correct answer is: The duties of competence and diligence

Paralegal Susan breached the ethical rule regarding duties of competence and diligence by failing to file the important document on time. This rule requires paralegals to perform their work with thoroughness, efficiency, and diligence, including being diligent in meeting deadlines and managing their time effectively. Option A, which refers to the duty of client privilege, is unrelated to the situation and pertains to protecting confidential information. Option B, the work product doctrine, also does not apply in this context as it relates to the protection of documents prepared by attorneys. Option C, the conflict of interest rule, is also not applicable as it pertains to avoiding situations where a paralegal's personal interests may conflict with their professional responsibilities. Therefore, option D is the most relevant and correct answer.