Tests for AttorneyClient Privilege. • Two major tests for determining who can assert attorney-client privilege in the corporate context.This publication is not intended to provide legal advice but to provide general information on legal matters. Explore corporate counsel's challenge balancing cooperation in government investigations with protecting attorneyclient privilege. Attorney-client privilege may not apply if you disclose personal details but are not asking for help with a legal matter. Privilege and Work Product Doctrine in the Corporate Setting, 62 DEF. CouNs. What is attorney client privilege (ACP)? Attorney-Client Privilege (2002 Update), in ETHICS AFTER ENRON: PROTECTING YOUR FIRM OR. Explore corporate counsel's challenge balancing cooperation in government investigations with protecting attorneyclient privilege. Counsel should avoid including business and legal advice in the same communication where possible, or separate the advice into sections.