Engaging Legal Ethics Maneuvering Through Ambiguities

Dive into the intricate world of legal ethics with our comprehensive course, designed for legal professionals and students alike. Explore real-world scenarios, case studies, and the ABA Model Rules to understand the fine line between legal practice and professional misconduct. Engage in thought-provoking discussions on the impact of personal actions on professional integrity and dissect high-profile cases to grasp the complexities of ethical decision-making in the legal field. Join us to sharpen your ethical acumen and ensure your practice aligns with the highest standards of legal integrity.

This course is appropriate for attorneys of all levels of practice and any field of law.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify the types of behaviors that constitute professional misconduct under the ABA Model Rules, including the consequences of such actions on a lawyer's professional integrity and practice
• Examine how criminal acts by lawyers, whether related to their professional practice or personal life, reflect on their honesty, trustworthiness, and overall fitness to practice law
• Utilize real-world case studies to critically analyze ethical dilemmas and misconduct in the legal profession, enhancing problem-solving and ethical decision-making skills
• Develop the ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas in legal practice, applying the ABA Model Rules and ethical principles to make informed decisions
• Explore the significance of personal character in the legal profession, including how actions taken outside of professional duties can impact a lawyer's career and reputation

Production Date: 2/24/2024