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Conscience of a Lawyer

hardcover – January 1, 1973
by Mellinkoff, David
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ISBN-13: 9780314284020 ISBN-10: 0314284028
Publisher
West Group
Binding
hardcover
Published
January 1, 1973
Weight
1.6 lbs
Dimensions
24.10×3.20×15.90 cm

About this book

Conscience of a Lawyer by Mellinkoff, David. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780314284020.

Begins with the 1840 murder trial Regina vs. Courvoisier, when, before the second day of trial, Benjamin Courvoisier, the accused, confesses to his lawyer that he committed the crime. The first half of the text describes, in polished narrative style, the course and circumstances of this highly intriguing trial. In the remainder, the author discusses the intricate ethical, moral and strategic issues raised by the uncomfortable position in which the defense counsel is found. A perfect text for providing a balance to common case and rule analysis.