Jonathan Herring provides a clear and engaging overview of legal ethics, highlighting the ethical issues surrounding professional conduct and raising interesting questions about how lawyers act and what their role entails. Key topics, such as confidentiality and fees, are covered with references throughout to the professional codes of conduct.

• Leading textbook writer Jonathan Herring provides an engaging and thought-provoking overview of legal ethics, ensuring that students understand the key points and appreciate the debates around each topic
• A range of viewpoints, case studies and examples enrich each chapter, bringing the subject to life and providing a rounded overview of each topic
• 'Digging deeper' boxes provide an insight into the more theoretical issues, allowing students to enhance their understanding and consider some of the key philosophical and jurisprudential questions
• Extracts from the professional handbooks and codes of conduct are explained in detail in 'Follow the code' boxes

New to this edition

• Updated content in light of new editions of professional guidance
• New material on use of social media
• Examination of developments in professional ethics regarding sexual misconduct
• Greater focus and coverage on the importance of diversity