[LAW] Attorney-Client Privilege (when the attorney is the witness). How does it work?

Question

If the prosecutor of a criminal case refuses to charge anyone unless there is a witness who can testify to criminal intent, what happens then if the only witness is the attorney of the suspected perpetrator? Does attorney-client privilege still apply?

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Answer 1

You would have to ask an attorney for the specifics #notlegaladvice

But in general no, an Attorney cannot be asked to testify against their own client otherwise the legal system would break down.

In many jurisdictions Attorney’s can testify but only with the written consent of the client.

Answer 2

You would have to ask an attorney for the specifics #notlegaladvice

But in general no, an Attorney cannot be asked to testify against their own client otherwise the legal system would break down.

In many jurisdictions Attorney’s can testify but only with the written consent of the client.