Legal personnel- Regulation of a legal exec- paper 1 Flashcards
1
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Who publishes the code of conduct and guides to good practice
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CILEX
2
Q
Who considered whether or not there has been misconduct
A
The Professional Conduct Pannel
3
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What happens if misconduct is found
A
The legal exec can be warned/ reprimanded by the panel
4
Q
Who handles more serious matters
A
The Disciplinary Tribunal
5
Q
What happens if a more serious misconduct is found
A
Warning/ reprimanded, a fine or exclusion of the legal exec
6
Q
What act allows a complainant to disagree with decision about misconduct
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Legal Services Act 2007
7
Q
Who would the complainant go to if they disagree with the decision about misconduct
A
The legal ambudsman
8
Q
What can legal execs be sued for
A
Breach of conduct or negligence
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