This episode is often used in law schools as a teaching tool for discussions on attorney ethics.
DR 1-102 -MISCONDUCT: (A) -A lawyer shall not: (1) -Violate a Disciplinary Rule. (2) -Circumvent a Disciplinary Rule through actions of another. (3) -Engage in illegal conduct involving moral turpitude. (4) -ENGAGE IN CONDUCT INVOLVING DISHONESTY, FRAUD, DECEIT, OR MISREPRESENTATION. (5) -Engage in conduct that is prejudicial to the administration of justice. (6) -Engage in any other conduct that adversely reflects on his fitness to practice law. [from ABA Model Code of Professional Responsibility]