Article

Lawyers Serving as Judges, Prosecutors, and Defense Lawyers at the Same Time: Legal Ethics and Municipal Courts

Author: Peter A. Joy (Washington University School of Law)

Abstract

This Article analyzes the intersection between judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys in St. Louis County and the State of Missouri. Joy explores ethical issues that arise when attorneys practice concurrently in these areas and outlines potential solutions for violations. Joy argues that municipal judges should be prohibited from serving as prosecutors and defense attorneys and for restrictions preventing lawyers from serving as both a prosecutor and defense attorney in the same county.

Keywords: Judges, Prosecutors, Defense Lawyers, Legal Ethics, Municipal Courts, Missouri, St. Louis, Michael Brown, Ferguson, ArchCity Defenders, Department of Justice

How to Cite: Joy, P. A. (2016) “Lawyers Serving as Judges, Prosecutors, and Defense Lawyers at the Same Time: Legal Ethics and Municipal Courts”, Washington University Journal of Law and Policy. 51(1).