Singhal’s Legal Ethics and Court Craft

Singhal’s Legal Ethics and Court Craft – (Reprint) Edition 2022 is a thoughtful and well-structured guide that emphasizes the professional conduct, ethical responsibilities, and courtroom manners essential for legal practitioners in India. This book is crafted to serve as an essential textbook for law students, judicial aspirants, and budding advocates preparing to enter the profession with a strong foundation in legal ethics and practical courtroom behavior.

Covering the Bar Council of India Rules, Advocates Act provisions, and judicial pronouncements on professional responsibility, this book delves deep into the values and expectations that define the legal profession. It also provides detailed insight into court craft—the subtle art of advocacy, decorum, and courtroom presentation—which is as crucial as legal knowledge for any practicing lawyer.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage of Legal Ethics: Explains professional duties of advocates, including duties to the court, client, opponent, and colleagues, with examples from legal practice.

• Analysis of BCI Rules & Advocates Act: Discusses key provisions governing ethical conduct under the Advocates Act, 1961 and Bar Council of India (BCI) Rules, providing clarity on statutory mandates for legal professionals.

• Practical Aspects of Court Craft: Offers detailed guidance on the skills necessary for effective courtroom advocacy including argument formulation, legal research presentation, dress code, client interaction, and etiquette before judges.

• Judicial Pronouncements & Real-Life Examples: Includes relevant case laws and judgments that highlight breaches of ethics and illustrate expected standards in professional conduct.

• Focus on Professionalism & Integrity: Encourages young legal professionals to adopt high standards of honesty, diligence, confidentiality, and respect for the judicial process.

• Useful for Bar Exam & Judiciary Exams: Designed as per the syllabus of Legal Ethics, Professional Ethics & Advocacy required for AIBE (All India Bar Exam), State Judicial Services Exams, and LLB/LLM courses.

• Ethical Dilemmas & Role-Play Scenarios: Presents thought-provoking hypothetical situations to help readers engage with real-world ethical challenges and decision-making.

• Ideal for Law Interns and Junior Advocates: Offers hands-on advice for law interns, chamber juniors, and fresh advocates starting their courtroom journey.

Why This Book is Essential:

• Bridges Theory and Practice: Moves beyond textbook knowledge to prepare students for actual courtroom challenges and ethical situations.

• Strengthens Legal Character: Encourages the development of a strong professional identity centered around fairness, justice, and client advocacy.

• Boosts Courtroom Confidence: Equips aspiring lawyers with practical skills that enhance their performance in litigation and improve their standing before the court.

• Aligns with Law Curriculum: Recommended reading for university-level legal ethics courses and professional conduct modules.

• Mentorship in Book Form: Acts as a mentor and guide for every law student who aspires to be a responsible, respected, and skilled legal professional.

Singhal’s Legal Ethics and Court Craft – (Reprint) Edition 2022 is a must-have for every aspiring legal professional seeking to build a career rooted in integrity, advocacy skill, and courtroom effectiveness. Whether you're preparing for the Bar, judicial services, or stepping into court for the first time, this book is your essential companion for navigating the legal profession with confidence and ethical clarity.