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The new Fourteenth Edition of the popular Problems in Legal Ethics has been thoroughly reviewed and updated. While retaining its popular problem-centered focus, the new edition integrates new cases, new discussion problems, and a new Review Chapter containing 25 new multiple-choice questions intended to provide the option for a written assignment in addition to serving as the basis for in-class discussion. Engaging, approachable, concise, and up-to-date, this practical new edition ensures that students understand the ethical responsibilities and potential ethical pitfalls encountered in the practice of law. An updated Teacher’s Manual is available.


Imprint: West Academic Publishing
Series: American Casebook Series
Publication Date: 02/27/2024

Mortimer D. Schwartz

Richard C. Wydick

Rex R. Perschbacher

Debra Lyn Bassett, Southwestern School of Law

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In addition to updated facts, figures, sources, and references, the new edition:

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