All things Quote by John Coleridge, 1st Baron Coleridge
“As a lawyer I am before and above all things for the supremacy of law.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Legal Conference, 1885
Law supersedes all; it is the ultimate authority.
In simple terms: Law is supreme.
Key Takeaway
Uphold the primacy of legal systems.
Themes
law
authority
ethics
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- courtroom practice
- policy drafting
- civil rights advocacy
Key Concepts
jurisprudence
rule of law
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure law serves justice?
- What checks balance legal authority?
A Different Perspective
Law can be imperfect or biased.
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