A lawyer is a learned gentleman who rescues your estate from your enemies and keeps it himself.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A lawyer is a learned gentleman who rescues your estate from enemies and keeps it himself.
- In plain terms
- Lawyers claim to protect your assets but often benefit themselves.
- What can you take from it?
- Be cautious of self‑interest in legal representation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can I verify a lawyer’s motives?
- What safeguards protect me?
Another view
Many lawyers act with integrity and prioritize client interests.
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