An examination of the varying roles played by lawyers in society and the conflicting pressures created to each role. Special attention is paid to the Code of Professional Responsibility as a guide and control in the lawyer-client relationship. Also considered at length is the role of law in society and the place of the legal profession in society. Guest speakers are used to bring into focus employment options for lawyers and the viewpoints of varying types of practicing lawyers to the pervasive problems of the legal profession.
An examination of the varying roles played by lawyers in society and the conflicting pressures created to each role. Special attention is paid to the Code of Professional Responsibility as a guide and control in the lawyer-client relationship. Also considered at length is the role of law in society and the place of the legal profession in society. Guest speakers are used to bring into focus employment options for lawyers and the viewpoints of varying types of practicing lawyers to the pervasive problems of the legal profession.