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Jan 19, 2001 direct contempt lawyer ethics courtroom decorum rules of court professional responsibility

Respect in Court: The Limits of Zealous Advocacy and Attorney Contempt

A lawyer's zeal must yield to courtroom decorum. The Supreme Court affirms direct contempt for an attorney who challenged and insulted the judge.