[Code of Federal Regulations] [Title 32, Volume 5] [Revised as of July 1, 2005] From the U.S. Government Printing Office via GPO Access [CITE: 32CFR776.22] [Page 514] TITLE 32--NATIONAL DEFENSE CHAPTER VI--DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY PART 776_PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT OF ATTORNEYS PRACTICING UNDER THE Subpart B_Rules of Professional Conduct Sec. 776.22 Diligence. (a) Diligence. A covered attorney shall act with reasonable diligence and promptness in representing a client, and shall consult with a client as soon as practicable and as often as necessary upon being assigned to the case or issue. (b) [Reserved]