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Unauthorized practice of law—by lawyers and nonlawyers

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Purpose of UPL RulesRule 5.5(a) ProhibitionWhat Counts as PracticeGray-Area Nonlawyer ServicesConsequences for NonlawyersLawyers Across State LinesPresence and Holding OutTemporary Practice Safe HarborsSystematic Practice ExceptionsDiscipline and Fee ConsequencesReview

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Purpose of UPL RulesRule 5.5(a) ProhibitionWhat Counts as PracticeGray-Area Nonlawyer ServicesConsequences for NonlawyersLawyers Across State LinesPresence and Holding OutTemporary Practice Safe HarborsSystematic Practice ExceptionsDiscipline and Fee ConsequencesReview

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