Civility as a Strategy for Effective Advocacy
Publication
Texas Bar Journal
Publication Date
Author(s)
Kevin Dubose and Jonathan E. Smaby
Summary
For 27 years, the Texas Lawyer's Creed has encouraged Texas attorneys to practice law with civility and professionalism. Yet some lawyers continue to express concern that being polite and agreeable is inconsistent with their duty to zealously advocate for their clients. Who's right?
Bluebook Citation
Civility as a Strategy for Effective Advocacy, Texas Bar Journal (November 2016), from https://legalethicstexas.com/resources/articles/civility-as-a-strategy-for-effective-advocacy/ (last visited Dec 24th, 2024)