Model Rule 1.0: Lawyers are Morally Accountable (original) (raw)

This essay argues for the establishment of Model Rule 1.0, which would propose that lawyers are morally accountable for their actions within the legal profession. The authors contend that the dominant view among lawyers has shifted towards moral non-accountability, particularly since the 1960s, leading to disillusionment within the profession itself. By advocating for this rule, the authors aim to encourage lawyers to reflect on the moral implications of their conduct and enhance their commitment to contributing to the public good.