Cannons of (Legal) Ethics

State rules usually established by each state’s supreme court, that regulate the behavior of lawyers. Violations can lead to warnings,fines,suspensions,and even license revocation. Regulations are pro-consumer; they attempt to protect innocent parties from unscrupulous and improper behavior. If you think your lawyer is doing something wrong, i.e., it doesn’t pass the "smell" test, review the Cannons for possible violations. Also called "Code of Professional Responsibility."