Blogging here at the Legal Ethics Forum has gone quiet in recent years. I've been missing the regular updates and commentary on all things related to legal and judicial ethics that used to appear on this blog, which is why, in part, I'm launching a new -- FREE-- Legal Ethics newsletter. I hope you'll check it out and subscribe to receive a new edition every Monday morning.
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Why a weekly roundup?
It is not an exaggeration to say that never in the history of the United States has there ever been a greater need to understand the ethical duties of lawyers and judges and to hold them accountable to their professional obligations. Now more than ever the legal profession is in the headlines for questionable ethics, ranging from the United States Supreme Court’s lack of an ethics code to the criminal indictment of a former president alleged to have conspired with several lawyers to overturn the results of a valid election. This roundup covers big issues like these as well as smaller—but equally important—ones. It is written for lawyers, judges, law students, academics, and anyone who cares about our democracy.
What to expect
Each week the roundup will highlight breaking news about legal and judicial ethics along with thoughtful analysis of key issues. Regular features will include lawyers and judges of the week, recommended reading from academics and experts, an ethics reform watch, a look back at ethics history, career opportunities, upcoming events, and other insights. This weekly newsletter is a work-in-progress. Please share feedback about what you’d like to see in the future.