We believe that quality legal service must begin with an attorney's clear and frequent communication with his or her client, must include counseling by the attorney with regard to the law and legal process relevant to the client's legal matter, and must involve - at all stages - an ability of the lawyer to explain clearly the legal, economic and practical impact of each available course of action. We recognize that it is a core duty of our attorneys, as advocates, to allow our clients to make timely, informed decisions about their legal matters. This is true whether we are defending a lawsuit, prosecuting a lawsuit, or providing timely business, estate planning or other advice.