An attorney’s conduct must, at all times, be professional and ethical. A practitioner must avoid all conduct which, if known, could damage his or her reputation as an honourable lawyer and honourable citizen. (Tania McAnearney “The steady erosion of ethics” 2008 Without Prejudice 38).
In reference to this statement, identify and discuss the basic characteristics expected from a legal practitioner; describe a lawyer’s duty to their client and the court and debate current ethical issues and think critically about existing practices. All of these must be in reference to the Legal Practice Act 2014.
Your research should include the following:
Your research should include the following:
A discussion on the requirement of “fit and proper” (20 marks
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