Astrid Lundquist

Astrid Lundquist is a highly regarded Senior Partner at Sterling & Finch, where she leads the firm's legal ethics and professional responsibility practice. Possessing a deep understanding of the intricacies of lawyer conduct and regulatory compliance, Astrid has dedicated her career to assisting attorneys and law firms in upholding the highest ethical standards. For the past 12 years, she has provided invaluable counsel on matters ranging from conflict resolution and client confidentiality to advertising regulations and trust account management. Astrid is a sought-after speaker, regularly presenting at national conferences and industry events on topics such as risk management, ethical decision-making, and emerging trends in legal ethics. She is also a founding member of the National Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers (NAPRL), actively contributing to the development of best practices within the field. Beyond her work at Sterling & Finch, Astrid serves on the advisory board of the Center for Legal Ethics Innovation, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting ethical conduct in the legal profession. Her commitment to upholding the integrity of the legal system is evident in her unwavering dedication to her clients and her passionate advocacy for ethical excellence. A hallmark of her career was her successful defense in the landmark case of *State v. Thompson*, where she skillfully argued against allegations of conflicts of interest, resulting in a favorable outcome that significantly clarified the parameters of ethical responsibility for lawyers in similar situations.