Core duties Flashcards
Core Duty 1
You must observe your duty to the court in the administration of justice.
Core Duty 2
You must act in the best interests of each client.
Core Duty 3
You must act with honesty and integrity.
Core Duty 4
You must maintain your independence.
Core Duty 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.
Core Duty 6
You must keep the affairs of each client confidential.
Core Duty 7
You must provide a competent standard of work and service to each client.
Core Duty 8
You must not discriminate unlawfully against any person.
Core Duty 9
You must be open and co-operative with your regulators.
Core Duty 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.