Affair Quote by Harry Jones
“Somehow it must be made plain that the lawyer's moral judgment is not for hire, that there are occasions when the lawyer . . . is under a duty to act as a person of independent ethical concern with obligations not only to his client's interests but also to fairness and justice in the management of affairs.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Legal Ethics Lecture, 1920s
Lawyers must act with independent moral judgment, balancing client interests with broader fairness and justice.
In simple terms: Lawyers should be fair, not just serve clients.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize ethical duty over client demands.
Themes
ethics
justice
professional responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
advisory
principled
When to use this quote
- courtroom
- corporate negotiations
- public policy
- pro bono work
Key Concepts
moral autonomy
conflict of interest
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle conflicts between client wishes and ethical standards?
- What safeguards protect independent moral judgment?
A Different Perspective
Clients may pressure lawyers to compromise ethics.
