Ethics and the Law of Lawyering
This course examines in detail the "law of lawyering" relating to such issues as the formation of the attorney-client relationship, confidentiality, communications with clients, conflicts of interest, regulation and discipline of attorneys, and numerous other areas relating to the lawyer’s role in American society. In addressing these issues, we will consider the extent to which the law governing lawyers derives from the concept of a learned profession, as well as the degree to which the ethics of lawyering may differ from personal ethics and morality. While particular attention will be paid to the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct, the class will also examine other sources of relevant law, including the Restatement (Third) of the Law Governing Lawyers, court decisions, statutory rules, and administrative regulations.
Professor K. Bradley will offer two sections of this course in Fall 2008. One section will be worth two credits, and the other will be worth three credits. Both sections will cover the same basic topics and readings, and both will use problems to focus class discussion. The three-credit section will feature additional readings, problems, and other materials to allow for more in-depth discussion of the issues under consideration.
Grading in both sections will be based on in-class participation and a final exam. In addition, students in the three-credit section will be asked to complete a written exercise midway during the semester.
Please note that course organization and content may vary substantially from semester to semester and descriptions are not necessarily professor specific. Please contact the instructor directly if you have particular course-related questions.
Sections/Instructors
Kathryn Webb Bradley
Ethics and the Law of Lawyering 238.03
Spring 2010
Kathryn Webb Bradley
Ethics and the Law of Lawyering 238.02
Fall 2009
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*** 3 credit session ***
Kathryn Webb Bradley
Ethics and the Law of Lawyering 238.01
Fall 2009
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2-credit section
Linked courses
Ethics and the Law of Lawyering is a prerequisite for the following courses: