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The Legal Ethics of Defense Counsel in Mass Atrocity Cases

Quick fact

Despite popular belief, defense counsel at international tribunals like the ICC are required to provide the same zealous representation as in any criminal case, even when their client is accused of the most heinous crimes. They must balance this duty with explicit prohibitions against tactics that would undermine the court's legitimacy.

Why this is interesting

You might think that defending someone accused of genocide is morally indefensible, yet lawyers line up to do it. What drives them, and what rules keep their work ethical?