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“You know that question: What do you do when you think the client's guilty? The real question is: What you do when you think a client's innocent?” quote by Lynne Stewart
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“You know that question: What do you do when you think the client's guilty? The real question is: What you do when you think a client's innocent?”

Lynne Stewart

About This Quote

Source Interview: Legal commentary, 2015

It highlights the ethical duty to treat all clients fairly, regardless of personal judgments about guilt or innocence.

In simple terms: Treat every client equally despite personal beliefs.

Key Takeaway

Act impartially and uphold justice.

Themes

ethics law justice

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

ethical professional

When to use this quote

  • courtroom
  • legal advice
  • client meetings
  • law firm decisions

Key Concepts

professional responsibility bias client rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you check your own bias?
  • What safeguards ensure fairness?
A Different Perspective

Personal bias can affect objectivity; vigilance required.

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