Lawyer - One who protects us against robbers by taking away the temptation.
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Jury - A group of twelve men who, having lied to the judge about their hearing, health and business engagements, have failed to fool him.
Permalink to quote #61 Jealousy is the theory that some other fellow has just as little taste.
Permalink to quote #63 Judge - A law student who marks his own examination-papers.
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