Competition Quote by V. R. Krishna Iyer
“Law is not a trade, not briefs, not merchandise, and so the heaven of commercial competition should not vulgarize the legal profession.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Bar Association, India, 1975
Legal practice should remain a noble vocation, not reduced to commercial competition or merchandise.
In simple terms: Law must stay noble, not a business.
Key Takeaway
Uphold professional integrity.
Themes
ethics
professionalism
integrity
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
professional
When to use this quote
- courtroom
- law firm
- policy making
- legal education
Key Concepts
legal vocation
commercialization
public trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How can lawyers resist market pressures?
- What safeguards protect legal dignity?
A Different Perspective
Commercial pressures can erode ethical standards.
