The Professional Responsibilities of Lawyers: A Stakeholder Approach

Abstract

Considerable discussion has taken place during the past 25 years or so regarding professional ethics (Donaldson, 2000). While there has been some degree of disagreement surrounding “who counts” as a professional, there tends to be general agreement that law is a profession. The practice of law requires specialized training, qualification, and adherence to an independent ethical code. Further, as a profession, law is self-regulated (Goyer, 2004). Although the practice of law has become quite diverse, legal professionals share common skill sets and encounter similar challenges in the disparate endeavors in which they engage.

Citation

Radin, T.J. (2005), "The Professional Responsibilities of Lawyers: A Stakeholder Approach", Pava, M.L. and Primeaux, P. (Ed.) Crisis and Opportunity in the Professions (Research in Ethical Issues in Organizations, Vol. 6), Emerald Group Publishing Limited, Leeds, pp. 67-83. https://doi.org/10.1016/S1529-2096(05)06004-9