lawyer-client privilege

Lawyer-client privilege is a legal principle that protects the confidentiality of communications between a lawyer and their client. This means that anything a client shares with their lawyer, in the context of seeking legal advice, cannot be disclosed to anyone else without the client's consent. The purpose of this privilege is to encourage open and honest communication, allowing clients to fully disclose information needed for effective legal representation. However, there are exceptions to this privilege, such as if the client is discussing plans to commit a crime or if disclosure is mandated by law.