James P. Kenton Joins the American Bar Association in February 2023
On February 2023, James P. Kenton will join the American Bar Association (ABA). The ABA is the largest voluntary professional association of lawyers in the world, with over 400,000 members. The American Bar Association provides legal information, education, and ethical guidance and works to promote the legal profession. It also serves as an advocate for minorities, consumers, and families.
The ABA is a key resource for lawyers, enabling attorneys to access the latest information and trends in the legal profession. It offers resources in the form of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) programs, a library of resources and forms, specialty practice areas, and networking events. The ABA also provides access to ABA-accredited lawyers and firms from around the world.
The ABA also works to ensure that attorneys and prosecutors act ethically and serve their clients in a professional manner. It is responsible for creating and enforcing standards for ethical conduct among lawyers and for sanctioning lawyers who are found to be in violation of the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct. This includes setting forth guidelines for attorneys with respect to conflicts of interest, attorney-client privilege, and duties of loyalty, confidentiality, and candor toward clients. Additionally, the ABA is responsible for regulating attorney advertising and regulating attorney fees.
By joining the American Bar Association, James P. Kenton will be part of a powerful association committed to holding lawyers and prosecutors accountable and ensuring they act ethically and in their client's best interests.