“Truth, Justice, and the Ethical Way”: The Legal Ethics of Government Lawyers
Ever wondered what government lawyers and superheroes have in common? Although you are unlikely to see counsel in capes, flying through the metropolis, government lawyers and superheroes serve the public in the pursuit of justice. Both are accurately described as guardians of the public interest, albeit in very different contexts. Government lawyers and superheroes also hold great power and must use it to advance the public interest ahead of all else. And with great power comes great ethical responsibility.
The intersection of professional responsibility and the public service situates the unique role of federal and provincial government lawyers in the . . . [more]