LAC 22:XV.1315. Client Communications

A. The attorney shall keep the child client informed of the developments in the case and the progress of preparing the defense and should promptly comply with all reasonable requests for information. B. Where the attorney is unable to communicate with the child client or his or her guardian because of language differences, the attorney shall take whatever steps are necessary to ensure that he or she is able to communicate with the client and that the client is able to communicate his or her understanding of the proceedings. Such steps should, if necessary and appropriate, include obtaining funds for an interpreter to assist with pre-adjudication preparation, interviews, and investigation, as well as in-court proceedings.