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Dec 5, 2016administrative-law
Limits ON Lawyers Language Upholding Civility IN Legal Practice
Sep 5, 2016legal ethicscode of professional responsibilitylawyer disciplinedisbarmentpleadingscivility
Civility and Candor: Disciplining Lawyers for Unfounded Accusations in Pleadings
The Supreme Court reminds lawyers that unfounded accusations in pleadings violate the Code of Professional Responsibility, even if privileged.
Aug 26, 2006administrative lawgross discourtesyjudicial employeescode of conductcivil serviceworkplace decorum
Upholding Decorum: Judicial Employees' Duty to Maintain Respect and Civility in the Workplace
Court employees must maintain civility and respect at all times. Gross discourtesy warrants suspension under Civil Service rules.
Jul 1, 2003legal ethicsprofessional responsibilitycode of professional responsibilitylawyer disciplinecivil procedure
Professional Courtesy Among Lawyers: The Imperative of Civility and Ethical Conduct
A lawyer's suspension for impleading opposing counsel and a prosecutor in a civil case illustrates the ethical duty of professional courtesy.