The common interest doctrine sometimes prevents what would be a waiver when separately represented clients disclose privileged communications to each other. But the doctrine normally requires an ...

The common-interest doctrine sometimes protects as privileged communications between separately represented clients sharing an identical legal interest in ongoing or anticipated litigation. It differs ...

Complex litigation and multi-party negotiations may result in unique dynamics, with groups of parties aligned. Counsel in such cases should recognize the potential benefits of joint defense and common ...

Law360 (November 25, 2025, 5:38 PM EST) -- The attorney-client privilege is a cornerstone of legal practice and is one of the most well-known and recognized privilege doctrines available to clients.[1 ...

The common interest doctrine operates as an "exception to the 'traditional rule that the presence of a third party, not an agent or employee of counsel, at a communication between counsel and client ...