MI · rules
MRPC Rule 3.2
Expediting Litigation
A lawyer shall make reasonable efforts to expedite litigation consistent with the interests of the
client.
Although a judge bears the responsibility of assuring the progress of a court’s docket, dilatory
practices by a lawyer can bring the administration of justice into disrepute. Delay should not be
indulged merely for the convenience of the advocates, or for the purpose of frustrating an
opposing party’s attempt to obtain rightful redress or repose. It is not a justification that similar
conduct is often tolerated by the bench and bar. Even though it causes delay, a course of action
is proper if a competent lawyer acting in good faith would regard the course of action as having
some substantial purpose other than delay. Realizing financial or other benefit from otherwise
improper delay in litigation is not a legitimate interest of the client.
Provenance
- Source
- www.adbmich.org
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-30
- Edition
- 2026-09-29
- Content hash
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