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The New Lawyer : How Settlement Is Transforming the Practice of Law
Overview
Today's justice system and the legal profession have rendered the "lawyer-warrior" notion outdated, shifting toward conflict resolution rather than protracted litigation. The new lawyer's skills go beyond court battles to encompass negotiation, mediation, collaborative practice, and restorative justice. In The New Lawyer, Julie Macfarlane explores the evolving role of practitioners, articulating legal and ethical complexities in a variety of contexts. The result is a thought-provoking exploration of the increasing impact of alternative strategies on the lawyer-client relationship, as well as on the legal system itself.
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- ISBN-13: 9780774814362
- ISBN-10: 0774814365
- Publisher: University of British Columbia Press
- Publish Date: July 2008
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
- Page Count: 304
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