The issue of substantial relationship in Metropolitan v. Syntek was introduced due to the role of the Hughes & Luce Law firm, which represented Metropolitan Life Insurance Company but had previously represented Gene Phillips, the controlling share owner of Syntek Finance Corporation.[1]
In 1986, Hughes & Luce provided counsel to Mr. Phillips during a divorce, and subsequently drafted a prenuptial agreement.[2] During that period, Mr. Phillips provided detailed information covering his personal finances, and the organization of his companies.[3] The information introduced during this period laid the groundwork for the motion to disqualify Hughes & Luce made in Metropolitan v. Syntek.[4]
