When you call NHLAP, you can be sure that complete confidentiality will be maintained. The New Hampshire Supreme Court has established NHLAP as a state-wide lawyer assistance program pursuant to a Rule 58 of the Rules of The Supreme Court of New Hampshire. By virtue of said rule, all communications with NHLAP are confidential and members of NHLAP are relieved of their duty to report ethical violations discovered as a result of their NHLAP work. This means that any misconduct or ethical violation discovered or revealed to a member of NHLAP will not be reported to any disciplinary board. Additionally, communications with NHLAP are privileged and confidential. See: Rule 58. New Hampshire Lawyers Assistance Program, Rule 37 (e). Attorney Discipline System and Rule 8.3 (c) of the Rules of Professional Conduct.