Ga. R. Prof. Cond. 3.2
As amended through October 9, 2024
A lawyer shall make reasonable efforts to expedite litigation consistent with the interests of the client.
The maximum penalty for a violation of this rule is a public reprimand.
Ga. R. Prof. Cond. 3.2
Comment
[1] Dilatory practices bring the administration of justice into disrepute.
[2] The reasonableness of a lawyer's effort to expedite litigation must be judged by all of the controlling factors. "Reasonable efforts" do not equate to "instant efforts" and are sufficient if reasonable under the relevant circumstances.