This volume investigates the ethical duties and obligations incumbent upon legal practitioners at the turn of the 20th century. Drawing on legal scholarship and professional standards of the era, Archer's work aims to delineate the moral framework guiding lawyers in their conduct towards clients, the courts, and the public.

This work is a historical document reflecting the ethical standards of the legal profession at the time of its original publication in 1910. Its value lies in providing insight into the evolution of legal ethics and the enduring principles that continue to shape professional conduct. The text offers a foundational perspective for understanding the historical underpinnings of contemporary legal ethical debates.