Conscience of a Lawyer

by David Mellinkoff

Begins with the 1840 murder trial Regina vs. Courvoisier, when, before the second day of trial, Benjamin Courvoisier, the accused, confesses to his lawyer that he committed the crime. The first half of the text describes, in polished narrative style, the course and circumstances of this highly intriguing trial. In the remainder, the author discusses the intricate ethical, moral and strategic issues raised by the uncomfortable position in which the defense counsel is found. A perfect text for providing a balance to common case and rule analysis.

Genres: Nonfiction

301 pages, Hardcover

First published June 1, 1973

Reviews

[SM Chamberlain]

A must read.