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Letters

Apr. 8, 2025

The last bastion of justice: Why small law firms must lead the fight for ethics and civility

The legal system is facing a decline in civility, rising corruption, and law firms caving to external pressures. Smaller firms must unite quickly, defend the rule of law and stand firm against unethical influences.

E. Carroll Straus

I am 75 years and was admitted to the California Bar in 1983 (after two years in Southwestern University School of Law's SCALE program.)

I also was able to turn in my multistate exam before time was called. I mention this to illustrate my aptitude and intelligence - because I think they count. I am still practicing though not full-time. I have some significant be...

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