These are summary notes for the LPC skills unit - Professional Conduct and Regulations written circa June 2020 with a summary page detailing updates in the law since then and some useful internet links.
,Legal Practice Course Professional Conduct and Regulations (Jan 2020)
SRA Code of Conduct, Regulatory Requirements and Liabilities
SRA Principles
The SRA introduced new rules which came into force on the 25 th of November 2019.
They were split into 3 parts these parts being
The SRA Principles - P
The SRA Code of Conduct for Solicitors, Registered European Lawyers (RELs) and Registered
Foreign Lawyers (RFLs) - CCS
The SRA Code of Conduct for Firms - CCF
These were supplemented by
a glossary and
guidance notes.
The SRA (7) Principles Closest equivalent OLD code principles
“You act:
1. in a way that upholds the constitutional principles 1
of the rule of law, and the proper
administration of justice.
2. in a way that upholds the public trust and confidence 6
in the solicitors’ profession and in legal services
by authorised persons.
3. with independence. 3
4. with honesty.
5. with integrity. 2
6. in a way that encourages equality, diversity 9
and inclusion.
7. in the best interests of each client.” 4
Conflicting Principles
If there is conflict between the principles those that protect the wider public interest take
precedence over those protecting an individual client’s interest. This is reflected in the order of the
principles for example Principle 1 (P1) takes precedence over Principle 7 (P7)
This duty to the Courts and professional obligations should be made clear to clients and the fact it
outweighs your duty to your client.
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