Criminal law is one of the few professions where the…
“Criminal law is one of the few professions where the client buys someone else's luck. The luck of most people is strictly non-transferrable. But a good criminal lawyer can sell all his luck to a client, and the more luck he sells the more he has to sell.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Criminal lawyers trade on clients' luck, which is non‑transferable, yet they profit by selling their own.
In simple terms: Lawyers profit by selling luck.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the limits of legal influence.
Themes
law
ethics
luck
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- court cases
- client consultations
- legal advice
Key Concepts
legal theory
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- Is it ethical to promise luck?
- How do you define "luck" in law?
A Different Perspective
Luck cannot be truly transferred, limiting outcomes.