Code of Ethics
March 2021
As the professional association for the practice of legal management, this ALA Code of Ethics (the “Code”) is intended to serve as a guide to the everyday professional conduct of legal management professionals.
The Code sets forth provisions reflective of the high ethical and professional standards inherent in the practice of law and related legal service organizations. This Code incorporates the principles that underlie the professional responsibilities and conduct of ALA’s membership and sets a standard for all who engage in the profession of legal management. These member standards also extend to individuals carrying out the mission and activities of ALA as volunteers, employees, business partners, speakers, and vendors.
A code of ethics sets forth values, ethical principles, and ethical standards to which professionals aspire and by which their actions can be judged. A code of ethics cannot guarantee ethical behavior. A legal management professional’s ethical behavior should result from their personal commitment to engage in ethical practice. This ALA Code of Ethics reflects the commitment of all legal management professionals to uphold the profession's values and to act ethically.
Responsibilities to the Legal Management Profession
