Core duties

Question 1

Core Duty 1

Answer 1

You must observe your duty to the court in the administration of justice.

Question 2

Core Duty 2

Answer 2

You must act in the best interests of each client.

Question 3

Core Duty 3

Answer 3

You must act with honesty and integrity.

Question 4

Core Duty 4

Answer 4

You must maintain your independence.

Question 5

Core Duty 5

Answer 5

You must not behave in a way which is likely to diminish the trust and confidence which the public places in you or in the profession.

Question 6

Core Duty 6

Answer 6

You must keep the affairs of each client confidential.

Question 7

Core Duty 7

Answer 7

You must provide a competent standard of work and service to each client.

Question 8

Core Duty 8

Answer 8

You must not discriminate unlawfully against any person.

Question 9

Core Duty 9

Answer 9

You must be open and co-operative with your regulators.

Question 10

Core Duty 10

Answer 10

You must take reasonable steps to manage your practice, or carry out your role within your practice, competently and in such a way as to achieve compliance with your legal and regulatory obligations.