LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ETHICS FOR LAWYERS, JUDGES AND PARALEGALS

About Course

This comprehensive course is designed to provide legal professionals, including lawyers, judges, and paralegals, with a solid foundation in ethical principles and guidelines governing their conduct within the legal profession. Participants will explore a wide range of ethical dilemmas and scenarios encountered in legal practice, enhancing their ability to navigate complex ethical situations effectively. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, learners will develop a deep understanding of professional responsibility, integrity, and ethical decision-making in the legal field.

Understand the fundamental principles of legal ethics and their importance in maintaining the integrity of the legal profession.
Analyze and apply ethical rules and standards set forth by relevant professional bodies and legal authorities.
Identify common ethical challenges faced by lawyers, judges, and paralegals and develop strategies for ethical decision-making.
Explore the role of moral reasoning and professional integrity in upholding ethical standards in legal practice.
Develop practical skills for recognizing, preventing, and resolving ethical conflicts within legal contexts.
Enhance professional conduct and accountability through adherence to ethical guidelines and codes of conduct.

Course Content

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO LEGAL ETHICS

Introduction

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Overview of Legal Ethics

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Historical Perspectives on Legal Ethics

00:00
Ethical Codes and Standards

00:00
Quiz 1

MODULE 2: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

MODULE 3: CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

MODULE 4: CONFIDENTIALITY AND ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGE

MODULE 5: ETHICAL ISSUES IN LEGAL PRACTICE

MODULE 6: JUDICIAL ETHICS

MODULE 7: PARALEGAL ETHICS

HOW TO GET YOUR CERTIFICATE

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PRIMAEXCELLENCE REVIEW AND TRAINING CENTER

2 months ago

excellent

Caren Bartolabac

4 months ago

I am delighted that I found this website. I have learned so much in this self-paced course that I can apply in my work and my colleagues. Thank you for providing such precise and comprehensive module.

Dominador Castrence

8 months ago

Very good

About Course

What Will You Learn?

Course Content

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO LEGAL ETHICS

Introduction

Overview of Legal Ethics

Historical Perspectives on Legal Ethics

Ethical Codes and Standards

Quiz 1

MODULE 2: PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY

Introduction

Duties to Clients

Duties to the Court and Administration of Justice

Duties to Colleagues and the Legal Profession

Quiz 2

MODULE 3: CONFLICTS OF INTEREST

Introduction

Identifying Conflicts of Interest

Managing Conflicts of Interest

Waivers and Consent

Quiz 3

MODULE 4: CONFIDENTIALITY AND ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGE

Introduction

Understanding Confidentiality

Exceptions to Confidentiality

Attorney-Client Privilege

Quiz 4

MODULE 5: ETHICAL ISSUES IN LEGAL PRACTICE

Introduction

Billing and Fee Arrangements

Advertising and Solicitation

Pro Bono and Public Interest Work

Quiz 5

MODULE 6: JUDICIAL ETHICS

Introduction

Independence and Impartiality

Judicial Conduct and Discipline

Ethics in Judicial Decision-Making

Quiz 6

MODULE 7: PARALEGAL ETHICS

Introduction

Role and Responsibilities of Paralegals

Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest for Paralegals

Ethics in Paralegal Practice

Quiz 7

HOW TO GET YOUR CERTIFICATE

Instructions

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