- (1) A licensee shall not disclose any confidential client information without the specific consent of the client.
(2) This rule shall not be construed to:
- (a) Affect in any way the licensee’s obligation to comply with a validly issued and enforceable subpoena or summons;
- (b) Prohibit review of a licensee’s professional practice by the Commissioner; or
- (c) Prohibit a licensee from utilizing any such relevant information in the defense of a claim asserted against the licensee.
Authority: T.C.A. §§ 62-26-221, 62-35-129, and 62-35-143. Administrative History: Original rule filed March 3, 1995; effective May 17, 1995. Amendment filed September 19, 2003; effective December 3, 2003. Amendments filed March 22, 2023; effective June 20, 2023.