When I retain a lawyer, I am entitled to one who:
1. WILL be capable of handling my case.
2. WILL represent me zealously and seek any lawful means to present
     or defend my case.
3. WILL preserve my confidences, secrets or statements, which I reveal
     in the course of our relationship.
4. WILL give me the right to make the ultimate decision on the objectives
    to be pursued in my case.
5. WILL charge me a reasonable fee and tell me, in advance of being hired
    and upon my request, the basis of that fee.
6. WILL show me courtesy and consideration at all times.
7. WILL exercise independent professional judgment in my behalf, free from
    compromising influences.
8. WILL inform me periodically about the status of my case and, at my
     request,give me copies of documents prepared.
9. WILL exhibit the highest degree of ethical conduct.
10. WILL refer me to other legal counsel, if he or she cannot properly
       represent me.