ch 6 pt 1 Flashcards
1
Q
where to find ethics for solicitors?
A
solicitors regulation authority, SRA code of conduct
2
Q
main principles for solicitors? (6)
A
1-admin of justice 2-integrity 3-act independently 4-best interest of client 5-provide proper standard of service 6-maintain public trust
3
Q
what outcomes should a solicitor meet in ADR?
A
treat clients fairly have resources, skills and procedure for client instructions provide competent standard of service give clients informed decisions advice on costs do not mislead court don't take unfair advantage of 3rd p
4
Q
main core duties for barrister in ADR?
A
2-best interest 3-honesty and integrity 4-independence 5-public trust 7-competent standard of work
5
Q
main rules and outcomes barrister needs to know in ADR?
A
ensure client knows what to expect use professional judgement report misconduct to BSB not mislead anyone act ethically and in interest of justicenot engage in discreditable conduct towards 3rd party
6
Q
acting in best interest for solicitors?
A
client in position to make informed decisions about what will happen and options available to them
7
Q
duty in relation to external funding?
A
usually a regulatory or contractual requirement to inform them if settlement offer is made
lawyer act in best interest of client not funder
8
Q
what is a CFA and DBA?
A
conditional fee agreement, damages-based agreement
9
Q
how will lawter in CBA or DBA be payed?
A
ar least partly from costs or damages recoverd in the case
