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HARRISBURG, Pa. — The definition of inappropriate relationships between lawyers and their clients in Pennsylvania has been expanded to include not only physical interactions but also sexual communications, such as sexting. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court recently approved an amendment that clarifies this broader scope under the state’s Rules of Professional Conduct. The amendment, which redefines “sexual relations” in Rule RPC 1.8(j) to include “communications of a sexual nature,” is aimed at updating existing prohibitions rather than introducing new ones. Previously, the rule explicitly prevented lawyers from engaging in sexual relationships with clients unless the relationship … Read more