CHIEF Justice Mumba Malila says some lawyers are tarnishing the good image of the legal profession by arguing cases in the media, stating that such individuals lack both principles and good ethics. Justice Malila has also urged legal practitioners not to turn themselves into skilled liars, dissemblers, manipulators and propagandists. Speaking during the Repeaters’ Call Day, where 50 new advocates were admitted to the bar yesterday, Justice Malila advised the lawyers not to do things that would spoil their name and reputation if they chose to join politics. “It is critical that you each maintain a good name and image as a legal practitioner whatever else you may opt to do. Should you join politics, be careful to avoid your...

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