---
title: "Check a draft message to a person represented by another lawyer"
url: "https://ailawframework.com/obligations/client-facing-and-access-to-justice-ai-tools/check-a-draft-message-against-the-rule-on-communicating-with-another-sol/united-states"
type: "task_jurisdiction_version"
site: "AI Law Framework"
id: "A43-JU20261022-13-US"
practice_area: "Client-facing & access-to-justice AI tools"
tier: "yellow"
lawyer_review: "required"
jurisdictions: ["US"]
last_reviewed: "2026-10-22"
---

# Check a draft message to a person represented by another lawyer

> From the draft and the file, state whether the message is about the subject of the representation and whether the file shows that the recipient is represented by another lawyer in the matter. Do not send the message.

Canonical page: https://ailawframework.com/obligations/client-facing-and-access-to-justice-ai-tools/check-a-draft-message-against-the-rule-on-communicating-with-another-sol/united-states  
Last reviewed: 2026-10-22

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## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Practice area | [Client-facing & access-to-justice AI tools](https://ailawframework.com/obligations/client-facing-and-access-to-justice-ai-tools.md) |
| Human involvement | Yellow: Lawyer and AI draft together |
| How AI is used | From the draft and the file, state whether the message is about the subject of the representation and whether the file shows that the recipient is represented by another lawyer in the matter. Do not send the message. |
| What the lawyer must review | Model Rule 4.2 says that, in representing a client, a lawyer shall not communicate about the subject of the representation with a person the lawyer knows to be represented by another lawyer in the matter, unless the other lawyer consents or the lawyer is authorized by law or a court order. The lawyer decides whether the recipient is known to be represented and whether the message is about that subject. Model Rule 4.4(a) is the separate check where the means have no substantial purpose other than to embarrass, delay, or burden a third person. |
| Written for | United States |
| Applies to | [Check a draft message against the rule on communicating with another solicitor's client](https://ailawframework.com/obligations/client-facing-and-access-to-justice-ai-tools/check-a-draft-message-against-the-rule-on-communicating-with-another-sol.md) |

## Checking plan

- What the AI does: From the draft and the file, state whether the message is about the subject of the representation and whether the file shows that the recipient is represented by another lawyer in the matter. Do not send the message.
- Basis: Checked against the linked sources on 22 October 2026. Confirm the current instrument before reliance.

## Notes

- The text opened is the ABA Model Rule. The rule adopted in the lawyer's jurisdiction controls where it differs.
- The rule that was opened is the no-contact rule. It does not list the exceptions a particular state may add.

## Sources

- [ABA Model Rule 4.2, Communication with person represented by counsel](https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/publications/model_rules_of_professional_conduct/rule_4_2_communication_with_person_represented_by_counsel/) (checked 2026-10-22)
- [ABA Model Rule 4.4, Respect for rights of third persons](https://www.americanbar.org/groups/professional_responsibility/publications/model_rules_of_professional_conduct/rule_4_4_respect_for_rights_of_third_persons/) (checked 2026-10-22)

*Practice guidance for planning and review. Confirm current primary sources and the requirements of the actual matter. This is general information, not legal advice.*