In order to protect
the image of the legal profession, it is important that the Model Code of Professional Conduct incorporate the important contextual differences that currently exist.
The following have motivated managing partners to make organizational, structural and procedural changes in which their firms organize and manage client service and marketing: (a) an ABA study on the declining
image of the legal profession; and (b) clients» perceptions concerning services provided and their treatment by lawyers, not only the results achieved or the fees charged.
All of these people seem to agree that it is important to clearly communicate legal information, given that a better understanding of the justice system and legal rules by the general public creates confidence in the system and promotes a positive
image of the legal profession.
Fortunately, it is possible to promote humility in the legal profession without sacrificing the reputation and
image of the legal profession, necessary for trust and confidence in the administration of justice.
Honour and leadership were tied to maintaining the public's respected
image of the legal profession.
Not exact matches
I agree that the
legal profession can learn from some
of hard - hitting,
image - rich «marketing» by organizations like Amnesty International.
Enhance the
image of the law and the
legal profession, but do it in quantifiable ways that matter to the public.
When an attorney makes these kinds
of comments, «it reflects not only on the attorney's lack
of professionalism, but also tarnishes the
image of the entire
legal profession and disgraces our system
of justice.»
And I've had to learn the world
of the
legal profession somewhat, and I kind
of look at the IT world and the
legal world as sort
of mirror
images of each other almost, because we each have a lot
of jargon and a lot
of terms that are very mysterious to outsiders.
In her quest to deviate from the stereotypical
image of legal advertising, Fetman has linked the
legal profession to the sex industry; furthermore, she has implemented a marketing strategy that violates ethical...
In breaking the stereotypical
image of legal advertising, Fetman has linked the
legal profession to her previous employment in the sex industry.
In her quest to deviate from the stereotypical
image of legal advertising, Fetman has linked the
legal profession to the sex industry; furthermore, she has implemented a marketing strategy that violates ethical codes
of conduct, encourages litigation, and diminishes confidence in the
legal profession.
With a retooled effort to improve law firm women's initiatives, that
image of a good lawyer will be replaced by one that reflects the true strength and presence
of women in the
legal profession.