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“I am not afraid of lawyers as I used to be. They are lambs in wolves' clothing.” quote by Edna St. Vincent Millay
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“I am not afraid of lawyers as I used to be. They are lambs in wolves' clothing.”

Edna St. Vincent Millay

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Lawyer" (published 1925)

Lawyers can appear harmless but may be deceptive, hiding predatory intentions behind a gentle façade.

In simple terms: Lawyers may be deceptive.

Key Takeaway

Beware of hidden motives.

Themes

trust deception law caution

Mood

skeptical cautious

Type

advisory reflective

When to use this quote

  • signing contracts
  • seeking counsel
  • negotiating deals
  • protecting rights

Key Concepts

Legal ethics power dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify a lawyer's integrity?
  • When should you seek a second opinion?
A Different Perspective

Not all lawyers are harmful; many uphold justice.

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