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Horse-Shedding Witnesses

By: Keith A. Call

Conscientious lawyers aim to advocate zealously for their clients within the bounds of ethical and professional duties. But vigorous representation can tempt the unscrupulous to betray those duties.

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Advocating “Truth” at Trial

By: Keith A. Call

Zealously advocating truth at trial is a very nuanced endeavor. In general, lawyers cannot knowingly or recklessly make false statements of fact at trial, they may not knowingly present false evidence, and they must use judgment if they reasonably believe the evidence is false.

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Appreciating Differences Through Personal Connection

By: Keith A. Call

Ruth Bader Ginsberg left a legacy far greater than just her judicial opinions. In an age of ideological polarization and high levels of social contention, she somehow mastered the art of vigorously promoting her views while, at the same time, reaching across ideological divides to make personal, meaningful connections, never losing sight that another person’s views do not make him or her a bad person.