where has all the joy and civility gone? – a senior lawyer reflects on intolerance in india

by Dr. Gilbert Wisoky Sr. 3 min read

What is a civility imperative in the legal profession?

Sep 18, 2014 · Civil behavior is a core element of attorney professionalism. As the guardians of the Rule of Law that defines the American social and political fabric, lawyers should embody civility in all they do. Not only do lawyers serve as representatives of their clients, they serve as officers of the legal system and public citizens having special ...

What is a lawyer’s core civility duty?

lawyer knows to be represented by another lawyer in the matter, unless the lawyer has the consent of the other lawyer or is authorized to do so by law or a court order.”) Jimmy could contact the Nanny via Facebook. However, if he does, he can’t misrepresent and mislead pursuant to Rule 4.1 (“In the course of representing a client a lawyer ...

What is the oath of civility in law?

Jan 02, 2016 · Technology has added to the joy deficit, creating entertainment which is instantly appealing but ultimately unsatisfying. I would also add to the list of the accused the welfare state. It has led to ‘defamilisation’: a boom in lone mothers, lone men and lone elderly. The extended family has been squashed.

What are some common misconceptions about civility?

Apr 06, 2010 · The Tom Robinson case is at the core of the ethical convictions of Atticus Finch, as well as the oath that he took when he became a lawyer.. …

Who is Divya Singh?

Divya Singh is a litigation associate at Chapman & Becker. She’s been at Chapman & Becker for six years, ever since she graduated law school. She has a good relationship with all the partners there and they trust her independence and judgment. She’s also hoping to make partner soon.

What is the only action required to be taken under the Rules?

The only action required to be taken under the Rules is to notify opposing counsel. Rule 4.4(b) states: “A lawyer who receives a document or electronically stored information relating to the representation of the lawyer’s client and knows that the document was inadvertently sent shall promptly notify the sender.” Comment 2 to the Rule explains: “Paragraph (b) recognizes that lawyers sometimes receive a document or electronically stored information that was mistakenly sent or produced by opposing parties or their lawyers. A document or electronically stored information is inadvertently sent when it is accidentally transmitted, such as when an email or letter is misaddressed or a document or electronically stored information is accidentally included with information that was intentionally transmitted. If a lawyer knows that such a document or electronically stored information was sent inadvertently, then this Rule requires the lawyer to promptly notify the sender in order to permit that person to take protective measures.” The Comment to Rule 4.4 goes on to state: “Whether the lawyer is required to take additional steps, such as returning the document or electronically stored information original document, is a matter of law beyond the scope of these Rules, as is the question of whether the privileged status of a document or electronically stored information has been waived..” Questions you can ask your group: What is your prior relationship with counsel? What’s your future relationship with counsel? How will this impact the litigation? What would your client expect? Are these relevant considerations?

What does Susan want from Jimmy?

Susan’s livid. She demands Jimmy sue the Nanny for breach of contract, tortious interference, defamation and any other cause of action he can think of. She wants him to list every scandalous fact about her husband in the complaint. She also wants him to get the Nanny deported. She doesn’t care if it’s dismissed and she reminds Jimmy that she hired him based on his aggressive reputation.