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                                                                                                   What to look for in an attorney? How to measure his competence? This is the first in a series of episodes that focus on California Legal Ethics.   "An attorney must competently perform legal services." - Richard Duquette What Is a Competent Attorney You can hear from a lot of attorneys in the industry. Unfortunately, not all of them are competent enough to handle a case or to represent a client.   According to People v. Mckenzie (1983) 34 Cal 3rd 616, 631, the duty of a lawyer is to represent the client zealously within the bounds of the law. Competence requires diligence, learning and skill, and the ability to reason well. The Duty of an Attorney An attorney must have the capacity to perform his duties. He has a duty to serve both his client and the legal system.   The California Rules of Professional Conduct (CRPC) 3-110 states, "A member shall not intentionally, recklessly, or repeatedly fail to perform legal