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About the Section

Purpose:

The purposes of the Litigation Section are to: Provide a forum for the improvement of law and procedure in the field of litigation in civil and criminal areas; Provide a forum addressed to the problems and interest of the trial practitioner who specializes in the spectrum of civil litigation, without limitation to a particular substantive area; Provide a forum addressed to the problems and interest of the trial practitioner who specializes in the spectrum of criminal trial practice; Promote the sound development of ethical and professional litigation practices and procedures; Assist the judiciary in enhancing the administration of justice in the area of civil litigation and criminal procedure; Support and enhance the art of trial and appellate advocacy; and Act upon all matters germane to its purpose as so described or referred to by the Board of Governors.

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Creed of Professionalism and Civility

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In summary…

…consistent with the lawyer’s oath, lawyers are expected to commit to the spirit and letter of these standards, affirming that these guidelines do not denigrate the lawyer’s duty of zealous representation. Law schools and continuing legal education courses should incorporate these standards when teaching professionalism to law students and practicing lawyers alike. Lawyers should make copies available to clients and adjudicators should reinforce these standards in the courtroom to reinforce our obligation to maintain and foster these standards and to make it clear that incivility may hurt the client’s case.

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