Adage Quote by Mokokoma Mokhonoana
““When in court, the primary role of lawyers is not to prove or disprove innocence; unbeknown to almost all lawyers and their clients, it is to save the court time.””
About This Quote
Lawyers aim to streamline proceedings rather than determine guilt, prioritizing efficiency over truth.
In simple terms: Lawyers focus on saving court time.
Key Takeaway
Value procedural efficiency.
Themes
law
court
efficiency
Mood
pragmatic
critical
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- civil litigation
- criminal trials
- client counseling
- court management
Key Concepts
legal strategy
procedural focus
Questions to Reflect On
- Is speed more important than truth?
- How does this affect client expectations?
A Different Perspective
May compromise substantive justice.
