Absolutely Quote by Viet D. Dinh
“I think an ethical lawyer would absolutely refuse, if he or she had knowledge that this is the purpose for which her work would be used, that is, to conceal a fraudulent scheme from federal regulators.”
About This Quote
Source Legal ethics lecture, 2021
Lawyers should refuse work that knowingly enables fraud or deception.
In simple terms: Ethical lawyers reject facilitating fraud.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize integrity over client demands.
Themes
ethics
law
integrity
Mood
serious
thoughtful
Type
ethical
professional
When to use this quote
- corporate compliance
- regulatory investigations
- legal counsel
- public policy
Key Concepts
professional responsibility
whistleblowing
Questions to Reflect On
- When might you face ethical conflict?
- How can you uphold integrity under pressure?
A Different Perspective
Legal pressure and financial incentives may conflict with ethics.
