"Proud to Be a Lawyer"

Week of September 27, 2004

In the practice of your profession in your career, remember why you went to law school and recognize your obligations:

Cherish the majesty of the law and the freedoms we have;
Promote pro bono activities and the representation of the less privileged;
Be dedicated to examining the law and improving the delivery of justice;
Be a voice to help shape and improve the law for the public;
Practice with professionalism and professional courtesy to your fellow lawyer and to the courts;
At all times be conscious of your image and the imagery of the profession;
Recognize and embrace your leadership role in our society and fulfill that commitment honorably.

~ABA Immediate Past President Dennis Archer