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Caught in the Crossfire: Ethics in Litigation

Navigate complex ethical dilemmas in litigation. Learn to balance duties to the court, client, and adversaries while upholding professional conduct standards.

Created byMichael White
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(26 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Sep 10, 2025
Caught in the Crossfire: Ethics in Litigation

What You'll Learn

check_circleAnalyze core ethical duties in litigation.
check_circleUnderstand the paramount duty to the court.
check_circleGrasp ethical limits on advocacy for clients.
check_circleIdentify and resolve conflicts between duties.

About This Course

Discover "Caught in the Crossfire: Ethics in Litigation," an essential course for legal professionals navigating the complex ethical landscape of litigation. This program delves into the core ethical duties governing litigation, emphasizing the paramount duty to the court.

  • Explore the foundations of professional conduct, including the hierarchy of duties to the court, client, and opponents.
  • Understand the ethical limits on zealous advocacy, learning how to balance client interests with overarching professional obligations.
  • Address contemporary challenges such as ethical considerations in digital practice and the impact of evolving rules and new technologies like AI.
  • Examine practical case studies covering conflicts of interest, handling privileged information, avoiding witness coaching, and navigating settlement negotiations ethically.

Through expert insights and real-world scenarios, gain the knowledge and tools to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct, ensuring fair and just outcomes while effectively serving your clients within ethical boundaries.

Your Instructor

Michael White
Michael White

Barrister-at-Law

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Michael is a barrister at the Sunshine Coast Barristers Chambers and George Street Chambers, with a broad commercial practice covering a range of advisory matters and trial and appellate work in most State and Commonwealth courts and tribunals. Outside of legal practice, he is a former Deputy President of Surf Life Saving Queensland, a Rescue Swimmer for the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service, and a 7-time Australian Open Men's Champion Lifesaver.

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