International Journal of Contemporary Research In Multidisciplinary, 2023;2(4):01-07
The Paradox of Legal Defenses: Unveiling the Entrepreneurial Conscience of Lawyers and its Impact on Democratic Disrespect
Author Name: Nkemjika Bernardine Nwagu, Ignatius Nnaemeka Onwuatuegwu
Paper Type: review paper
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Abstract:
This comprehensive philosophical article delves into the captivating nexus between law, democracy, and the role of lawyers in shaping the socio-political landscape. With a focus on Nigeria's democratic processes since 1979, this inquiry critically examines how lawyers, in their pursuit of legalistic defenses, have inadvertently contributed to the erosion of respect for the sovereignty of the people. By exploiting legal technicalities and aiding the installation and perpetuation of unworthy individuals in power, lawyers find themselves at a crossroads between their professional obligations and their broader responsibility to society. This thought-provoking analysis challenges lawyers to introspect, raising important questions about the impact of their conduct on democracy's growth and development, and the human cost it incurs. Through an entrepreneurial lens, it explores the potential for lawyers to redefine their role and prioritize justice over personal gains, thus paving the way for a more harmonious and equitable democratic system.
Keywords:
Lawyers, Legal Defenses, Democracy, Democratic Disrespect, Nigeria, Entrepreneurial Conscience, Professional Obligations, Justice, Human Cost.
Introduction:
In democratic societies, lawyers play a crucial role as both defenders of justice and active participants in legal intricacies (Galanter, 1974; Marmor, 2017). However, a philosophical paradox emerges when examining the relationship between lawyers and democratic processes (Freeman, 1980). This article delves into the implications of lawyers' arid legalistic defenses and exploitation of legal technicalities, which unintentionally contribute to a lack of respect for the sovereignty of the people (Laudan, 2005; Luban, 2015). By examining the Nigerian democratic context since 1979, we aim to shed light on the profound consequences of lawyers' conduct and raise crucial questions about their ethical responsibility in shaping the course of justice (Adebayo, 2010; Azinge, 2014).
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The Paradox of Legal Defenses: Unveiling the Entrepreneurial Conscience of Lawyers and its Impact on Democratic Disrespect
How to Cite this Article:
Nkemjika Bernardine Nwagu, Ignatius Nnaemeka Onwuatuegwu. The Paradox of Legal Defenses: Unveiling the Entrepreneurial Conscience of Lawyers and its Impact on Democratic Disrespect. International Journal of Contemporary Research in Multidisciplinary. 2023: 2(4):01-07
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