Quote by George Eliot

When one wanted one's interests looking after whatever the cost, it was not so well for a lawyer to be over honest, else he might not be up to other people's tricks.

When one wanted one's interests looking after whatever the c

Summary

This quote suggests that in order for a lawyer to effectively protect their client's interests, they cannot afford to be overly honest or naive. It implies that lawyers should be aware of and willing to employ certain strategic tactics or "tricks" that others may use against their clients. While honesty is generally upheld as an important value, this quote highlights the pragmatic approach that lawyers sometimes need to take in advocating for their clients, even if it means bending the rules or compromising their own strict moral standards.

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