1. Lawyers are bound by the Rules of Professional Conduct

In Indiana (and everywhere else), lawyers must follow rules such as:

• Rule 1.2(d) – cannot assist a client in conduct the lawyer knows is illegal
• Rule 3.1 – cannot assert or defend a position unless there is a non‑frivolous basis in law
• Rule 8.4(c) – cannot engage in dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation
• Rule 8.4(d) – cannot engage in conduct prejudicial to the administration of justice
• Rule 8.4(a) – cannot violate the rules through the acts of another or assist others in doing so

And most importantly:

• Rule 8.4(b) – cannot commit a criminal act that reflects adversely on honesty or 
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