10 Questions
In which countries is admission to the legal profession reportedly more difficult than in Ethiopia?
U.S., Canada, and South Africa
What is the abbreviation of the Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association?
EWLA
Why are foreign nationals prohibited from practicing law in Ethiopia?
The text does not provide a reason
What is the main concern about the adversary system in the legal profession?
It is not effective in controlling abuses
What is the role of associations of advocates in legal education in law schools?
To respect legal education
What is the effect of unauthorized practice of law on the legal profession?
It decreases the quality of services
What is the purpose of the research project on unauthorized practice of law?
To report on the prevalence and effects of unauthorized practice
What is the likely outcome of incompetence of advocates on the legal profession?
Decreased public satisfaction
Who can participate in committees at the Ministry of Justice?
Members of two or more associations of advocates
What is the purpose of a Code of Conduct for Advocates?
To control problematic billing practices
Study Notes
Legal Ethics
- Legal professionals must be ethical to avoid the destruction of society
- They should not take part in cases involving conflict of interest
- They should not reveal confidential information
- They should cooperate with each other to attain justice
- Advocates must make honorable and fair dealings with clients and opponents
- Excessive fees discourage people from utilizing the legal system to protect their rights
Moral Issues and Dilemmas
- Moral issues raise questions of value about rights and welfare of a person
- Questions of value involve important value judgments
- Answering questions of value requires moral principles
- Examples of moral dilemmas: rumor about Mr. X's homosexuality, and the hypothetical case of Dereje and Cherinet
The Legal Profession
- The legal profession is a great calling that requires great knowledge, high mental capacity, and wide culture
- It is a profession of high dignity and is essential in a complex society
- The legal profession includes lawyers, judges, prosecutors, legal educators, and experts of legal education and scholarship
- Admission to the legal profession is easier in Ethiopia than in the US, Canada, or South Africa
Requirements for Admission to the Legal Profession
- Requirements for admission to the legal profession vary by country
- In Ethiopia, admission is easier than in other countries
Bar Associations
- Bar associations play a role in regulating legal professional conduct
- Examples of bar associations: Ethiopian Women Lawyers Association (EWLA)
Unauthorized Practice of Law
- Unauthorized practice of law is prohibited in Ethiopia
- Foreign nationals are prohibited from practicing law in Ethiopia
- Associations of advocates can play a role in controlling unauthorized practice of law
Legal ethics require legal professionals to be ethical and maintain confidentiality. They should cooperate with each other and work towards attaining justice.
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