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1. • • The duty is fundamental to the solicitor-client relationship and how the state and the citizen interact in legal matters. The lawyer's duty of commitment to the client's cause is essential to maintaining confidence in the integrity of the administration of justice.
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   What is a lawyer's duty of commitment to a client?

   • (a) the lawyer’s duty of commitment to the client’s cause, reflected in Rule 3.7-1, prevents the lawyer from withdrawing from representation of a current client, especially summarily and unexpectedly, in order to circumvent the conflict of interest rules;

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   What is a lawyer's duty of loyalty?

   • Law society codes of conduct direct lawyers to represent clients “resolutely and honourably” (FLS Model Code, Rule 5.1-1). The Supreme Court of Canada says that a core aspect of a lawyer’s duty of loyalty is the “duty of commitment to the client’s cause (sometimes referred to as ‘zealous representation’)” ( R v Neil 2002 SCC 70 at para. 19).

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   What is a lawyer's duty to a client?

   • The lawyer's duty to the client who seeks legal advice is to give the client a competent opinion based on a sufficient knowledge of the relevant facts, an adequate consideration of the applicable law, and the lawyer's own experience and expertise.

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   What is the role of a lawyer?

   • Respect for the Rule of Law: Lawyers play a vital role in upholding the rule of law and promoting respect for legal institutions and processes. Safeguarding Confidentiality: Protecting client confidentiality is a critical ethical duty that fosters trust between lawyers and their clients.

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   Why should lawyers abide the rules of Professional Conduct?

   • By upholding the Rules of Professional Conduct and embracing ethical principles, lawyers contribute to the integrity and credibility of the legal profession, ensuring that justice is served, and clients’ rights are protected.

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   Do lawyers have a duty to uphold legal ethics?

   • Lawyers must recognize their responsibility to uphold legal ethics diligently. Client Confidentiality: Protecting client confidentiality is a paramount ethical duty. Lawyers must ensure sensitive information remains privileged, preserving the trust clients place in them.

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3. www.slaw.ca › 2015/02/20 › keeping-clientKeeping Client Confidences and Acting with Commitment - Slaw

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   Feb 20, 2015 · The lawyer’s duty of commitment to the client’s cause, along with the protection of the client’s confidences, is central to the lawyer’s role in the administration of justice.

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   (a) the lawyer’s duty of commitment to the client’s cause, reflected in Rule 3.7-1, prevents the lawyer from withdrawing from representation of a current client, especially summarily and unexpectedly, in order to circumvent the conflict of interest rules;

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6. www.slaw.ca › 2018/03/15 › against-a-lawyers-duty-toAgainst A Lawyer’s Duty to be "Zealous" or "Resolute" - Slaw

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   Mar 15, 2018 · The Supreme Court of Canada says that a core aspect of a lawyer’s duty of loyalty is the “duty of commitment to the client’s cause (sometimes referred to as ‘zealous representation’)” (R v Neil 2002 SCC 70 at para. 19).

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   Feb 17, 2015 · In a decision released on Friday, the Supreme Court of Canada has recognized a new principle of fundamental justice: a lawyer's duty of commitment to the client's cause.

8. www.americanbar.org › groups › litigationThe Power of Three: Civility, Professionalism, and Zealous ...

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   2 days ago · The legal profession has its own “power of three” in the form of zealous advocacy, professionalism, and civility. Like the three poles supporting a tripod, each principle is essential in defining an attorney’s highest duty: to act in the client’s best interests while maintaining the profession's integrity. The first, the often-maligned ...

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   Aug 10, 2023 · Lawyers have the duty to uphold ethical standards while representing their clients zealously. Balancing advocacy and ethical conduct ensures fair administration of justice and public trust in the legal system.

10. www.lawyer-monthly.com › 2021 › 05What Are the Ethical Responsibilities of a Lawyer?

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    May 28, 2021 · Here, we examine the ethical landscape of the legal sector alongside Gavin MacKenzie of MacKenzie Barristers. A leading Canadian counsel and Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, he shares his insight into the qualities that make an effective lawyer and how the profession’s most common ethical issues can….