Aren't ethics the very fiber and backbone of the legal profession ?

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...I mean what sets the standard for the practice of law and isn't or aren't ethics what makes the legal profession the "noble" profession that it is seen and represented as...? I find/found that trusting your representative in court is utmost,for,, without such a disposition, it seems, error/failure will be inevitable. So,certainly ethical standards need be held by the litigants and all the officers of the court so the parties in dispute might have a fair and deliberate proceeding held, which the litigants would help assure, by keeping the standard that the charter regarding ethics maintain.
I really need to know the standard, because I have not been treated fairly in a present and continuing civil matter. Any kind of solid response is welcome.
Right-on. Thanks

Answer 1

Ethics should be an integral part of an attorney's practice. The main aspect here is that you feel you haven't been properly or vigorously represented, causing you to lose faith in your attorney. Have you spoken to that person yet about your misgivings? One thing you should understand is that there is no "charter" regarding ethics. There is an expectation in the profession that an attorney maintain them and represent the client ethically, morally, and vigorously. Where it can be proved that the attorney didn't fulfill these expectation set by the profession, I understand that the person in question can be taken before the bar. This is serious, because it can cause the loss of ones license to practice law in that state. I don't think anyone other than legal practitioners know the "standard." You're going to find it hard to get a solid and coherent answer on this site. To many people use this site for frittering away time and not for real communication. You might try presenting what has happened to you which has made you feel this way to another attorney, without giving any names, and ask for a professional opinion.

Good luck. I hope this has a helped at least a little.

Answer 2

I agree. I am going thru a situation in court where the opposition has 3 lawyers and I am representing myself. The first of the 3 was a scoundrel and violated ethical practices. I cought the violation. The matter is ongoing. I agree that ethics are the "foundation" of any business relationship- ethics, honesty, value, integrity, dependability, etc. In the legal field- it looks like anything goes... I'm gonna get a quote from somebody... This is from another Yahoo Answerer:

The question was; What is a lawyer part in the courtroom?


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They are officers of the court, they are also actors in a deceptive charade. If you currently have a legal issue realize that ALL lawyers, defense included have sworn an oath of loyalty to the court, not you! they are in reality double-agents for the court, understand that once having been arrested/ticketed the court is obligated to convict you, otherwise you have been violated and they are responsible. So generally defense lawyers merely put on a show, often a sad one, that they are defending you, sure they will rant and rave but verbal argument means nothing at court, it all is in the documents, and that is how so many truly guiltless people are tricked out of thousands of dollars! If you trust in the legal system you will be convicted most especially if you are innocent. I've found good advice available at outlaws legal service on the web, realize outlaw does not mean criminal as generally thought, it means someone denied equal protection under the law!

Answer 3

It seems that the majority of lawyers don't let ethics come into play. Lets face it, now days, if you've got the money for the best lawyer you'll probably get out of whatever trouble you're in. I guess what I'm saying is that no, ethics aren't the backbone of the legal profession or anything else these days. Now don't get me wrong , there are still good lawyers out there they just seem to be a dying breed!

Answer 4

There are guidelines and rules of ethics - but a lot of it is just a "game" and you are the poor sucker paying an outrageous price by the hour. Lawyers know the law - and the typical person does not. Lawyers are friends with other lawyers - and they have only met and talked briefly with you concerning your situation. They get paid whether they win or lose.

Divorce lawyers are the worse. The two lawyers get together or chit-chat on the phone - and your account gets billed (as well as your ex-spouse). With computers, so much of their work is boilerplate - just the names, addresses and dates change.

I guess a lawyer's worth comes out in the courtroom. When two lawyers are arguing, its the one who argues best that usually comes out the winner. If you have a lawyer and are not pleased with the way things are going - get someone else.

Answer 5

The legal profession, since Babylonian times, has existed to maintain power in the hands of the powerful.

Power and control are the backbone of the legal profession. You won't be treated fairly unless you have the aura of power.

Power means different things in different circumstances--money, connections, knowledge.

Acting surprised or upset is the first admission that you are clueless and thus, powerless.

Give all the impression that they'll pay if you aren't treated right.

Answer 6

You should check out Nancy Grace's book, "Objection." She was a prosecutor and is a commentator on Court TV and CNN. If you thought the courts were the ultimate upholders of justice her book will horrify you. And civil attorneys are some of the worst when it comes to ethics.

Answer 7

Well, where shall I start?
From my point of view living in a "Plutocratic Oligarghy," ethics and law are TWO different things. They are synonomous, they are Yin & Yang, but are designed to be: Supply vs. Demand. Which equates to: Big Money=Big Business!
Ethics is what ONE should be doing in a reasonable society. Law (Legal) is the game play of WORDS-arguments for money.
A corporate war, but a poor hu-man's fight. Gaining wealth, and gaining real estate. Nothing more, nothing less. Keeps us average folk-needy.

Answer 8

Hi the law has nothing to do with ethics as i have found out my ex is a pedo and its ok for him to take me to court to fight to see my children which i will never let happen it has cost myself my home and £17.000 sorry but a lawer will fight you what ever the other person has done

Answer 9

Sorry, but "legal ethics" is an oxymoron. The sooner you learn this, the sooner you can look at yourself in the mirror every morning

Answer 10

Of course not. A lawyer must do his best to help a person beat the rap, even if he knows he commited a crime.