Ethical Rules
/ˈeθɪkəl rulz/
Definitions
- (n. pl.) Prescribed standards of professional conduct binding on members of a legal profession or other fields to ensure integrity and fairness.
The attorney was sanctioned for violating the ethical rules governing client confidentiality.
Forms
- ethical rule
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Commentary
Ethical rules often derive from codes issued by bar associations or regulatory bodies and guide legal practitioners' behavior.
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