Disruptive Behavior by Lawyers

Court Slams Lawyers for Disruptive Behavior During Oral Submissions - 2024-03-15

Subject : Legal Ethics - Courtroom Conduct

Court Slams Lawyers for Disruptive Behavior During Oral Submissions

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Court Slams Lawyers for Disruptive Behavior During Oral Submissions

Justice Chang of the Canadian court has condemned the unprofessional behavior of lawyers who resort to facial expressions and snickering during opposing counsel's oral submissions. He emphasized that such conduct is neither new nor rare and is not a hallmark of an effective advocate.

The court noted that during a recent hearing, counsel for the applicant engaged in eye rolling, head shaking, grunting, snickering, guffawing, and loud muttering while the opposing counsel was presenting arguments. Despite an apology at the insistence of the judge, similar displays continued throughout the hearing.

Justice Chang stressed that rolling eyes, dancing eyebrows, and other mannerisms do not constitute proper critique or response to submissions. He urged lawyers to maintain decorum and respect for the court and opposing counsel.

This incident highlights the importance of professionalism and ethical conduct in legal proceedings. Lawyers have a duty to uphold the integrity of the court and to present their arguments in a respectful and dignified manner.

Disruptive behavior - Facial expressions - Snickering - Professionalism - Courtroom etiquette - Respect for the court - Legal ethics

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