Client G Is Sitting in the Lobby of the Law

question 15

Multiple Choice

Client G is sitting in the lobby of the law firm of Gribbens & Blotts. She turns to the receptionist and says "I'm going to court with Mr. Gribbens tomorrow. Do you think these high heels are appropriate?" The receptionist looks at G's shoes and replies "I think they are perfectly fine." As the receptionist committed UPL?

• A) No, because G was not asking for, nor did the receptionist give, legal advice.
• B) Yes, because she gave legal advice to Client G.
• C) Yes, because she gave advice to Client G
• D) No, because the receptionist is perfectly qualified to answer G's question.

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