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“Well, there is an attorney-client privilege here that needs to be respected, and it's a privilege that has been found to be worthy of protection by our courts.” quote by Alberto Gonzales
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“Well, there is an attorney-client privilege here that needs to be respected, and it's a privilege that has been found to be worthy of protection by our courts.”

Alberto Gonzales

About This Quote

Source Speech: Congressional Testimony, 2005

Attorney-client privilege is a legal protection upheld by courts to ensure confidential communication between lawyers and clients.

In simple terms: Legal confidentiality protects client-lawyer talks.

Key Takeaway

Respect and uphold privileged communications.

Themes

law ethics confidentiality justice

Mood

formal serious

Type

legal ethical

When to use this quote

  • legal practice
  • client consultations
  • court proceedings

Key Concepts

legal theory court precedent

Questions to Reflect On

  • When should confidentiality yield to transparency?
  • What are the limits of privilege?
A Different Perspective

Privilege can be challenged if it conflicts with public interest.

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