The attorney-client privilege is a fundamental principle of the legal profession that dates back centuries. It ensures that clients can communicate freely and openly with their attorneys, allowing them to seek legal advice without fearing that their private information will be disclosed to others. Over time, the attorney-client privilege has undergone significant evolution to strike a delicate balance between confidentiality and necessary disclosure.
The origins of the attorney-client privilege can be traced back to ancient Rome, where the concept of confidentiality between lawyers and their clients was first recognized. However, it wasn’t until English common law developed in the 16th …