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Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law (Aspen Casebook)
ISBN: 9781543804669
Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law, 5th Edition, is a comprehensive textbook designed to help law students navigate the complex ethical dilemmas they will face in their careers. This problem-based approach, often rooted in real-life cases, provides students with a practical way to test their understanding of ethical principles in law practice.
Who Uses It?
Primarily, this book is used by law students and instructors in upper-class law courses. It is also a valuable resource for practicing lawyers looking to refresh their knowledge or expand their understanding of ethical issues in the legal profession.
History and Editions
The 5th edition of Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law has been updated to reflect the authors' broad range of teaching, clinical, and policy-making experience. This edition includes carefully crafted ethical problems that challenge students to engage in deep analysis and participate in lively class discussions. The book has been a go-to resource for many years, helping transform law school courses from often-boring upper-class requirements to educationally rich, engaging, and fun learning environments.
Author and Other Works
The authors of Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law are Lisa G. Lerman, Philip G. Schrag, and Robert Rubinson. Lisa G. Lerman is known for her expertise in legal ethics and her ability to present complex ethical issues in a clear and concise manner. Philip G. Schrag brings his experience in clinical law teaching to the text, ensuring that it remains practical and relevant. Robert Rubinson contributes his policy-making expertise, adding depth to the discussions on ethical problems in law practice.
Key Features
- Problem-Based Approach: The book uses real-world problems based on actual cases to engage students and generate class discussion.
- Interactive Learning: The inclusion of graphics (cartoons, tables, photos) makes the presentation lively and engaging.
- Clear Expositions: Clear expositions of the law allow professors to devote the majority of class time to interactive discussion of the problems.
- Shocking Examples: The book includes shocking examples of recent lawyer misconduct to maintain student interest.
- Readable and Enjoyable: Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law is a readable and enjoyable law school textbook that transforms the learning experience.
Detailed Information
ISBNs and Formats
- Hardcover: ISBN-13: 9781543804669
- eTextbook: ISBN-13: 9781543804669 (Note: While specific e-book platforms are not mentioned, this ISBN is commonly associated with digital versions of the book.)
- Other Editions: The book is also available in previous editions, which may have different ISBNs.
Publication Details
- Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Law & Business
- Publication Date: February 3, 2020
- Number of Pages: 1008
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 8.00" wide x 10.50" tall
Other Editions and Formats
- The book is part of the Aspen Casebook series, which is known for its comprehensive coverage of legal topics.
- Related ISBNs for other editions or formats may include:
- ISBN-13: 9781543804669 (commonly used for both hardcover and e-textbook formats)
- Other ISBNs for different editions or formats may be available but are not listed here as they are not verified.
This detailed information section provides a quick reference for all the available formats and sources for Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law, making it easier to find and access the book in the preferred format.
