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Response: Ethical Scenarios The following situations present ethical dilemmas faced by attorneys. Examine each case and decide whether the attorney acted ethically or unethically. Explain your answers. Susan, a criminal defense attorney, knows her client is guilty; nevertheless, she tries to convince a jury he is not guilty. Ozzie, a domestic relations attorney handling a divorce, has sexual relations with his female client. Marta, attorney for the family of a man killed in an auto accident, visits a bar and comes across a juror in the case she is trying. She has a drink with a juror. Mike is a real estate attorney who knows that most attorneys charge only $300. 00 to handle the legal work involved in buying a home. Since his wealthy client is new in town and does not know the normal rate. Mike charges him $500. 00Marcus, a criminal defense attorney puts his client on the stand to testify to her innocence even though Marcus knows she is lying. Jose, a corporate lawyer, asked by a wealthy client to recommend her son for admission to the state bar. Jose says yes