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2017
2017
Lawyers must adhere to terms of agreement
Duty to make client’s position clear
Communication with all clients vital
Censure and fine for inadequate advice
Acting contrary to client instructions
Former lawyer censured and fined
Censure and fine for failing to pay barrister
Be very clear if you are not acting
Fined for debiting fees in breach of rules
Breach of undertaking ‘never acceptable’
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