In UK law, “work product” typically refers to materials or documents created as a result of professional work or services provided. This can include reports, analyses, plans, designs, and other outputs produced by individuals or entities in the course of their professional activities. Work product may be subject to various legal considerations, including intellectual property rights, confidentiality agreements, and disclosure obligations in legal proceedings. The term is commonly used in contexts such as legal practice, consultancy, research, and project management to describe the tangible results of professional labour or expertise. Proper management and protection of work product are essential to safeguarding the interests of the individuals or organisations responsible for its creation.
n. the writings, notes, memoranda, reports on conversations with the client or witness, research and confidential materials which an attorney has developed while representing a client, particularly in preparation for trial. A “work product” may not be demanded or subpenaed by the opposing party, as are documents, letters by and from third parties and other evidence, since the work product reflects the confidential strategy, tactics and theories to be employed by the attorney.
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