Everything Old is New Again: NY Courts' Recent Rulings on Privilege and Work Product

Join Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP's Complex Litigation and Trials team, including Lauren E. Aguiar, Partner, and Anna E. Drootin and Julianna Ricigliano, Associates, for a deep dive into recent New York state cases that have reshaped attorney-client privilege, spousal privilege, and the work product doctrine. Revisit familiar cases with a fresh perspective, unraveling complex issues that often defy simple explanations found in textbooks or articles. This program is essential for New York practitioners seeking a nuanced understanding of these critical legal concepts.


Learning Objectives:

1. Examine recent New York state cases shaping attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine

2. Identify key principles governing attorney-client privilege, spousal privilege, and work product protection in New York

3. Explore exceptions, nuances, and policy considerations in these areas, enhancing your ability to navigate privilege challenges effectively

4. Discuss practical strategies for applying recent rulings in your practice