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PROJECT ON:
Professional Ethics, Accountancy for Lawyers & Bar-Bench Relations
Prepared by: [Your Name]
Class: __________
Roll No: ________
Year: 2025
Institution: ____________
Index
1. Introduction
2. Meaning of Professional Ethics
3. Bar Council of India Rules
4. Duties of Advocates
5. Duties to Court, Client, Colleagues
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40. Role of Law Colleges in Ethics Education
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Technology and Legal Ethics
Modern lawyers use:
- Emails, video conferencing, digital filing.
Ethical Issues:
- Data privacy of clients.
- Avoiding miscommunication on digital platforms.
- Not recording calls without consent.
Lawyers must balance tech use with confidentiality and professional behavior.
Contingency Fees – Ethical Stand
In India, contingency fee agreements (fee based on case result) are prohibited.
Why unethical:
- Leads to greed.
- May influence lawyer to mislead.
Advocate must charge fair, fixed, or hourly fees — not based on outcome.
Role of Young Lawyers in Ethics
Young lawyers must:
- Learn from seniors.
- Avoid shortcuts and bribes.
- Stay updated on legal developments.
- Always act with respect and dignity.
Ethical start = Long, successful legal career.
Key Case Law Summary – Table Format
| Case Name | Issue | Ruling /
Importance |
----------|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| V.C. Rangadurai v. D. Gopalan | Misuse of client money | License
suspended for misconduct |
| Mahipal Singh Rana v. State of UP | Threatening judge | Debarred
from practice |
| P.D. Khandekar Case | Filing repeated false cases | Advocate
punished |
| Re Vinay Mishra (1995) | Misbehavior in court | Emphasized
Bar-Bench respect |
Famous Quotes on Legal Ethics
1. “A lawyer without ethics is a wild beast loosed upon society.” – Hon. Justice Mahatma
Gandhi
2. “The lawyer's truth is not just to win cases but to uphold justice.” – Justice Krishna
Iyer
3. “Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right
to do.” – Potter Stewart
Sample Oath of an Advocate (India)
“I do solemnly swear that I will uphold the Constitution of India, and will act
faithfully, ethically, and responsibly in my legal profession, with honesty and fairness
to all.”
Suggestions for Improving Legal Ethics
- Mandatory ethics training every 3 years.
- Stricter disciplinary actions.
- Anonymous reporting of misconduct.
- Ethics cell in every Bar Association.
Conclusion
The legal profession is noble and powerful. With power comes the duty to uphold justice,
fairness, and truth.
Professional ethics, good accounting practices, and healthy Bar-Bench relations are
essential pillars for maintaining dignity and effectiveness of the legal system.
A good lawyer is not just skilled — but also honest, responsible, and ethical.
Bibliography
1. The Advocates Act, 1961
2. Bar Council of India Rules
3. Supreme Court Judgments (Mahipal Singh Rana, V.C. Rangadurai)
4. Book: Professional Ethics for Lawyers – Dr. Kailash Rai
5. BCI Website – www.barcouncilofindia.org
6. Articles from SCC Online and Indian Kanoon
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PROJECT ON:
Professional Ethics, Accountancy for Lawyers & Bar-Bench Relations
Prepared by: [Your Name]
Class: __________
Roll No: ________
Year: 2025
Institution: ____________
