– Hello, my name is Mike Tanner. I’ve spent my entire career as a trial attorney and an active member in Bar Leadership and I’m passionate about promoting professionalism and civility in the practice of law. And what I’d like to do in the next few minutes is have you think about professionalism in a […]
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1 – In this video, we’ll explore common ethical pressure points faced by law students. Moments that can feel casual, harmless, or part of the hustle, but can cross the line into serious problems. As you watch, look for three themes. Unlicensed practice of law, blurring the line between legal education and legal advice, and […]
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– [Supervisor] Before you begin your investigation, take a moment to think about the ethical and professional conduct in the context of the litigation. You will see conduct that some might define as zealous advocacy in the face of a powerful adversary. But I want us to think about whether the conduct is zealous advocacy […]
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1 – In this program, you’ll see a series of dramatized examples based on real-world conduct reviewed by Florida disciplinary authorities. These scenes are designed to highlight what can go wrong when a lawyer abandons professionalism, ignores procedural rules, and confuses aggression with advocacy. Watch for how the conduct develops, the language used towards opposing […]
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