Revised Laws of Saint Lucia (2021)

35.   Rules to govern professional practice

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    (1)   The rules contained in the Code of Ethics set out in Schedule 3 shall regulate the professional practice, etiquette, conduct and discipline of attorneys-at-law.

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    (2)   A breach of the rules in—

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      (a)     Part A of the Code of Ethics may constitute professional misconduct;

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      (b)     Part B of the Code of Ethics shall constitute professional misconduct.

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    (3)   Where no provision is made by the rules in respect of any matter, the rules and practice of the legal profession which before the commencement of this Act govern the particular matter shall apply in so far as is practicable.

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    (4)   The Council, in consultation with the Attorney General and with the approval of the Chief Justice may amend Schedule 3.

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    (5)   An attorney-at-law whose name is entered on the Roll shall be deemed to have notice of the provisions of the Code of Ethics.

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