The seventh edition of Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law—one of the most widely used professional responsibility textbooks in the nation—has just been released by Aspen Publishing and is co-authored by UBalt Law’s Robert Rubinson, the Gilbert A. Holmes Professor of Clinical Theory and Practice and Director of the Mediation Clinic for Families. His contributions reflect both his national stature in the field and his deep commitment to preparing students for the ethical complexity of modern legal practice.
Written with today’s students in mind, the textbook breaks from the traditional, case-heavy textbooks. Instead of long judicial opinions, the authors present clear narrative explanations of the law governing lawyers, followed by more than 60 real-world ethical dilemmas drawn from actual events. Students are invited to step directly into the shoes of practicing attorneys, confronting situations in which every choice carries risk and consequence. To make this challenging material engaging and accessible, the book incorporates contemporary learning tools—including Q&A sections, tables, visual explanations, and even cartoons.
Rubinson’s work on the book exemplifies UBalt Law’s student-centered approach to teaching and learning. Faculty at the School of Law are recognized scholars whose work shapes national conversations, as well as dedicated educators who design courses around clarity, relevance, and practical insight. They are also deeply responsive to the changing demographics and lived experiences of UBalt Law students, adapting their teaching methods to meet the needs of today’s learners. The new edition reflects that dual commitment—rigorous scholarship paired with an understanding of who our students are—demonstrating how UBalt Law professors influence the legal academy while elevating and modernizing the student learning experience.
Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law remains one of the most assigned casebooks in legal education. With its design, contemporary issues, and real-life scenarios—from ethics in AI to headline-making disciplinary cases—the seventh edition equips students to navigate the evolving essential ethical demands of today’s legal profession.
Information about the book maybe found at Ethical Problems in the Practice of Law, Seventh Edition and at ethicalproblems.com.