Ariz. R. Sup. Ct. ER 3.2

As amended through August 22, 2024

Rule ER 3.2 - Expediting Litigation

A lawyer shall make reasonable efforts to expedite litigation consistent with the interests of the client.

¹ So in original. There is no "[2]".

Ariz. R. Sup. Ct. ER 3.2

Amended June 9, 2003, effective 12/1/2003.

COMMENT [2003 AMENDMENT]

[1]¹ Dilatory practices 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. The question is whether 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.

HISTORICAL NOTES

Source:

Pen.Code 1901, § 157.

Pen.Code 1913, § 150.

Rev. Code 1928, § 4568.

Code 1939, § 43-3303.

A.R.S. former § 32-265.

Law 1978, Ch. 201, § 531.