LJU4802 PORTFOLIO.pdf

LJU4802 PORTFOLIO.pdf 1 Name: Request Sinyandiwo Student Number: Module Code: LJU4802 This study source was downloaded by from CourseH on 08-25-2022 13:38:22 GMT -05:00 2 Question 1 Legal Profession 1.1 Legal ethics refers to the link between law and ethics (or morals) in a wide sense. An instance of this would be the law being used to enforce moral opinions on abortion, homosexuality, prostitution, or human cloning. In a narrow sense, legal ethics refer to the ethical standards of professional conduct that apply to the subject of law. The "oughts" of providing legal services are thus addressed by legal ethics in the narrow sense and an instance of this would be how a legal practitioner is compelled to behave1. 1.2 Characteristics of a profession are the following2: • Before being allowed to practice their chosen profession, professionals must have specialized intellectual knowledge and skills. This expertise, which is not readily available to the general public, grants the professional influence over the customer. Because the client has no choice but to trust the professional, the latter's honesty should be assured. • Professionals are expected to be dedicated to advancing society's fundamental good. The fundamental good in the legal profession is justice. • Professionals are expected to be dedicated to assisting the public in matters pertaining to their industry. • Professionals have some autonomy in carrying out their jobs. They exercise discretion in carrying out their responsibilities and do not simply obey their clients or other authorities. • Professionals should be willing to take personal responsibility for their conduct and retain public trust in their field. 1.3 The two types of legal codes that Jimmy is particularly concerned about are Practical and Theoretical concerns