Legal Ethics
/ˈliːgəl ˈɛθɪks/
Definitions
- (n.) The branch of professional ethics that deals with the principles and standards governing the conduct of lawyers and legal professionals.
Legal ethics require attorneys to maintain client confidentiality.
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Commentary
Legal ethics encompass rules and principles that guide lawyers' behavior to ensure integrity, fairness, and justice in the legal profession.
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