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Can a lawyer be made to divulge things that a client told him, as part of his representation, as evidence against that client , in civil proceedings involving him?

No - but only partial 'privilege' (or confidentiality) applies. A lawyer can be obliged to reveal technical details such as the identity of a client, and the type of legal services and fees agreed upon . He/she does not  have to give evidence in court as to things said to him , or documents given to him, by his client, in connection with professional services he supplies. These constitute  privileged information between lawyer and client, and are confidential and protected.