Publisher's Synopsis
The American Lawyer: As He Was, As He Is, As He Can Be is a book written by John Randolph Dos Passos, published in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal profession in America, covering its history, current state, and potential future. Dos Passos examines the origins of the American legal system, tracing its roots back to English common law and the early colonial era. He then delves into the evolution of the legal profession, discussing the rise of law schools and the development of specialized legal fields. The book also explores the challenges facing the modern American lawyer, including the increasing complexity of the law and the changing nature of legal practice. Dos Passos offers suggestions for how lawyers can adapt to these challenges and improve their professional standing. Throughout the book, Dos Passos emphasizes the importance of ethics and professionalism in the legal profession. He argues that lawyers have a duty to uphold the law and serve the public interest, and that they should strive to maintain the highest standards of integrity and excellence. Overall, The American Lawyer: As He Was, As He Is, As He Can Be provides a thought-provoking and insightful analysis of the legal profession in America. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and future of law practice in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
