Proceedings ..., Volume 37New York State Bar Association, 1914 |
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... reason of long intervals between terms of court and sittings of grand juries in certain coun- ties . Notice of proposed amendment to the Constitution of this Asso- ciation . . .... 246 247 ..248 , 250 , 384 Amendment to Article XX of ...
... reason of long intervals between terms of court and sittings of grand juries in certain coun- ties . Notice of proposed amendment to the Constitution of this Asso- ciation . . .... 246 247 ..248 , 250 , 384 Amendment to Article XX of ...
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... reason why a response thereto has been delayed until the present time . " The resolution of the State Bar Association , under which you invite action by the Court of Appeals , requests an amendment to Rule 1 of the Rules for the ...
... reason why a response thereto has been delayed until the present time . " The resolution of the State Bar Association , under which you invite action by the Court of Appeals , requests an amendment to Rule 1 of the Rules for the ...
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... reasons the Judges of the Court of Appeals find it impossible to take the action requested by the New York State Bar Association . They will gladly co - operate , however , in any way within their power in the praiseworthy movement on ...
... reasons the Judges of the Court of Appeals find it impossible to take the action requested by the New York State Bar Association . They will gladly co - operate , however , in any way within their power in the praiseworthy movement on ...
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... reason of failure to show comprehension of the principles of Legal Ethics . Such instances , however , are very rare . * * " After close observation I am of the opinion that the examination required in Legal Ethics is of para- mount ...
... reason of failure to show comprehension of the principles of Legal Ethics . Such instances , however , are very rare . * * " After close observation I am of the opinion that the examination required in Legal Ethics is of para- mount ...
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... reason , insisted each upon originating its own Code . Uniformity in standards of Legal Ethics throughout all the United States is no less important than is uniformity in the varied branches of substantive law . Moreover the Code so ...
... reason , insisted each upon originating its own Code . Uniformity in standards of Legal Ethics throughout all the United States is no less important than is uniformity in the varied branches of substantive law . Moreover the Code so ...
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Page 685 - ... the lawyer's appearance for others in cases likely to arise out of the transaction, and in which there is a reasonable expectation...
Page 691 - ... or gives advice tending to impress upon the client and his undertaking exact compliance with the strictest principles of moral law. He must also observe and advise his client to observe the statute law, though until a statute shall have been construed and interpreted by competent adjudication, he is free and is entitled to advise as to its validity and as to what he conscientiously believes to be its just meaning and extent. But above all a lawyer will find his highest honor in a deserved reputation...
Page 691 - I will maintain the respect due to Courts of Justice and judicial officers; I will not counsel or maintain any suit or proceeding which shall appear to me to be unjust, nor any defense except such as I believe to be honestly debatable under the law of the land...
Page 290 - A person is not excused from criminal liability as an idiot, imbecile, lunatic, or insane person, except upon proof that, at the time of committing the alleged criminal act, he was laboring under such a defect of reason as: 1. Not to know the nature and quality of the act he was doing; or, • 2. Not to know that the act was wrong.
Page 685 - A lawyer should not in any way communicate upon the subject of controversy with a party represented by counsel; much less should he undertake to negotiate or compromise the matter with him, but should deal only with his counsel. It is incumbent upon the lawyer most particularly to avoid everything that may tend to mislead a party not represented by counsel, and he should not undertake to advise him as to the law.
Page 685 - Money of the client or collected for the client or other trust property coming into the possession of the lawyer should be reported and accounted for promptly, and should not under any circumstances be commingled with his own or be used by him.
Page 686 - Controversies with clients concerning compensation are to be avoided by the lawyer so far as shall be compatible with his self-respect and with his right to receive reasonable recompense for his services ; and lawsuits with clients should be resorted to only to prevent injustice, imposition or fraud.
Page 7 - Association is formed to cultivate the science of jurisprudence, to promote reform in the law, to facilitate the administration of justice, to elevate the standard of integrity, honor and courtesy in the legal profession, and to cherish a spirit of brotherhood among the members thereof.
Page 688 - It is unprofessional and dishonorable to deal other than candidly with the facts in taking the statements of witnesses, in drawing affidavits and other documents, and in the presentation of causes. A lawyer should not offer evidence which he knows the Court should reject, in order to get the same before the jury by argument for its admissibility, nor should he address to the Judge arguments upon any point not properly calling for determination by him.
Page 412 - To them his heart, his love, his griefs were given, But all his serious thoughts had rest in Heaven. As some tall cliff, that lifts its awful form, Swells from the vale and midway leaves the storm, Though round its breast the rolling clouds are spread, Eternal sunshine settles on its head.