Freedman, Monroe H.

Understanding lawyers' ethics by Monroe H. Freedman, Abbe Smith. - 3rd ed. - Newark, NJ LexisNexis c2004. - 1 v. (various pagings) 25 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Understanding the rules of lawyers' ethics -- The adversary system -- The lawyer's virtue and the client's autonomy -- Zealous representation : the pervasive ethic -- Lawyer-client trust and confidence -- The perjury trilemma -- Counseling clients and preparing witnesses -- Cross-examining to discredit the truthful witness -- The impartial judge -- Conflicts of interest : the ethic of prevention and of appearances -- Prosecutors' ethics -- Solicitation of clients: the professional responsibility to chase ambulances.

0820561177 (softbound : alk. paper)

2004009535


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Attorney and client--United States.

KF 306 / .F76 2004