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Plain-English guides to the confidentiality and privacy duties behind everyday document work — what the rules actually require, where sensitive data slips through, and what handling it well looks like in practice.

July 14, 2026|8 min read

ABA Rule 1.6 & Client Confidentiality When You Share Files

Rule 1.6 doesn't ask for perfect security — it asks for reasonable efforts. Here is what that means the moment a client file leaves your office, where confidential data slips through, and how to show you did the work.

These guides are general information about professional obligations, not legal advice. For how a rule applies to your situation, consult your bar association or your own counsel.