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The Bodyguards of Lies: Lawyers' Power and Professional Responsibility.

Authors :
SHERR, AVROM
Source :
Journal of Law & Society. Jun2024, Vol. 51 Issue 2, p294-296. 3p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

"The Bodyguards of Lies: Lawyers' Power and Professional Responsibility" is a book that explores the role of lawyers in covering up the truth and guarding the lies of their clients. It discusses real and fictional examples, such as the Enron bankruptcy case, and examines issues like non-disclosure agreements and plea bargaining. The author compares the positions of the US, England and Wales, and Canada on representing confessed and lying clients, and explores the ethical dilemmas faced by lawyers. The book emphasizes the importance of conscience, ethical judgment, and professional responsibility in the legal profession. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0263323X
Volume :
51
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Law & Society
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177563035
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/jols.12473