Legal Ethics ETHC 351 Topic 8(B) Quiz

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What is the primary objective of Rule 2 of the Code of Professional Conduct for Lawyers?

To enhance the legal protection of lawyers, their clients, and other concerned parties.

To develop and raise the standards of the legal profession. (correct)

To regulate the responsibility of lawyers in the practice of their profession and define their responsibilities towards clients.

To promote the principles of transparency and accountability in the lawyer's professional practices.

What is the main focus of Chapter 2 of the Code of Professional Conduct for Lawyers?

Lawyer dealings with non-clients

Lawyer dealings with the media

Lawyer-client relationship (correct)

Litigation

According to Rule 5, how should a lawyer conduct himself on a personal level?

With honesty, integrity, and respect for the law.

With respect, honesty, and transparency.

With honor, honesty, and integrity. (correct)

With professionalism, honesty, and accountability.

What is the main purpose of Rule 6 of the Code of Professional Conduct for Lawyers?

To ensure lawyers follow up on new laws and regulations. Signup and view all the answers

How many chapters are there in the Rules of Professional Conduct for Lawyers?

8 Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Rule 3 of the Code of Professional Conduct for Lawyers?

To maintain the honor and dignity of the profession. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Rule 4 of the Code of Professional Conduct for Lawyers?

To regulate the lawyer's professional appearance and dress code. Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall goal of the Code of Professional Conduct for Lawyers?

To develop and raise the standards of the legal profession and enhance the legal protection of lawyers, clients, and other concerned parties. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern for a lawyer before agreeing to exercise legal work?

The lawyer's ability and readiness to perform tasks in a timely manner Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of the written contract between the lawyer and client?

The legal work, its thematic scope, and expected timeframe Signup and view all the answers

What should a lawyer avoid doing to increase costs incurred by the client?

Undertaking activities not required for the implementation of the contract Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for a lawyer when determining fees?

The time, effort, skills, and capacities required to perform the legal work Signup and view all the answers

What is a lawyer's commitment as per Rule 16?

To exercise due diligence, reasonable effort, accuracy, and expediency Signup and view all the answers

What should a lawyer consider when drafting a written contract with the client?

The guidance contract templates issued by the competent department Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial aspect of the lawyer-client relationship?

The lawyer's commitment to the terms of the contract Signup and view all the answers

What should a lawyer take into account when determining fees?

The fees charged by counterparts in the local market Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of a law firm regarding financial transactions?

To keep records for a minimum of five years Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of breaching the Rules of Professional Conduct?

The lawyer will be responsible for the violation and may face civil and criminal liability Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a lawyer in their interaction with trainees?

To set a good example and provide guidance and mentorship Signup and view all the answers

How long after publication will the Rules of Professional Conduct come into force?

Thirty days Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Rule 40?

To ensure compliance with the Rules and awareness by all employees Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be displayed in a visible place in a law firm's office?

The firm's register Signup and view all the answers

What is the lawyer's obligation if opposing counsel asks them to deliver a message or information to the client?

They must oblige and deliver the message or information. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Rule 37 in relation to the lawyer's participation in social media or advertisement?

To ensure the lawyer abides by relevant laws, rules, and decisions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the lawyer's responsibility regarding the privacy of clients or others in the context of social media or advertisement?

To preserve the privacy of clients or others and protect their confidential information and data. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of the lawyer's action if they publish facts of the investigations and trials without the competent authority's permission?

The lawyer will be sanctioned for violating the rules. Signup and view all the answers

What is the lawyer's limitation in providing answers to specific questions in an ongoing case or a case that may be brought before the judiciary?

The lawyer must refrain from providing a detailed answer to specific questions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of Rule 38 in relation to the lawyer's advertisement?

To ensure the lawyer's advertisement is not misleading, false, or deceptive. Signup and view all the answers

What is the lawyer's obligation regarding the dignity of the profession in the context of advertisement?

The lawyer must respect the dignity of the profession and not impugn it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of the lawyer's action if they violate the advertising controls stipulated under Rule 38?

The lawyer will be sanctioned for violating the rules. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason a lawyer may withdraw from legal work before its completion?

Due to violating laws or rules Signup and view all the answers

How long must a lawyer retain a client's original documents and papers after the termination of the contractual relationship?

Five years Signup and view all the answers

Who is the only person from whom a lawyer may collect or accept fees?

The client Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle that a lawyer should observe when offering consultation?

Objectivity Signup and view all the answers

What is a lawyer prohibited from doing during consultation?

Assisting the client in breaking the law Signup and view all the answers

What is a confidentiality exception specified for lawyers?

When the consultation is within the exceptions stated in Rule 21 Signup and view all the answers

What is a key principle that a lawyer must adhere to in civil proceedings?

Abiding by the ethics and principles of the profession Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration a lawyer must make when setting fees for consultation?

The financial and social situation of the person seeking consultation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Code/Rules of Professional Conduct for Lawyers

The Code provides guidelines for lawyers practicing in the Kingdom, divided into 8 chapters:
- General provisions and rules
- Lawyer-client relationship
- Consultation
- Litigation
- Lawyer dealings with non-clients
- Lawyer dealing with the media
- Law firms
- Final provisions

Chapter 1 – General Provisions & Rules

Rule 2 aims to:
- Develop and raise standards of the legal profession
- Regulate lawyers' responsibility and define their responsibilities towards clients, colleagues, judicial authorities, and society
- Enhance legal protection of lawyers, clients, and other concerned parties
- Promote transparency and accountability in professional practices
- Improve the efficiency of the justice system's performance
Rule 3: Lawyers must maintain the honor and dignity of the profession and not act in any way that undermines public trust
Rule 4: Lawyers must be suitably dressed and maintain a professional appearance
Rule 5: Lawyers must conduct themselves with honor, honesty, and integrity, both personally and professionally
Rule 6: Lawyers must strive for continuous learning and development to practice with the highest degree of professionalism

Chapter 2 – Lawyer-Client Relationship

Rule 11: Before agreeing to exercise legal work, lawyers must ensure:
- Their ability and readiness to perform tasks in a timely manner
- No conflict of interest between the client and former or current clients
- Client's identity and eligibility
Rule 12: Lawyers must draft a written contract with their client, including:
- Parties' personal information
- Legal work, subject matter, and expected timeframe
- Fees or method of calculation
Rule 13: Fees must be determined according to the contract, taking into account:
- Time, effort, skills, and capacities required
- Fees charged by counterparts in the local market
- Impact on the lawyer's relationship with other clients
- Nature and duration of the professional relationship
- Lawyer's professional experience and reputation
Rule 14: Lawyers must not undertake activities that are not required for the implementation of the contract
Rule 15: Lawyers must consider the social and financial situation of their clients
Rule 16: Lawyers must commit to the terms of the contract and exercise due diligence and reasonable effort
Rule 22: Lawyers may withdraw from legal work before its completion, but must inform the client in sufficient time
Rule 23: Lawyers must return original documents and papers to their clients upon request, within five years from the termination of the contractual relationship
Rule 24: Lawyers must not collect or accept fees from anyone other than their client, unless the client gives prior informed consent
Rule 25: Lawyers must respect deadlines

Chapter 3: Consultation

Rule 26: Lawyers must offer consultation autonomously and objectively, considering the client's financial and social situation
Rule 27: Lawyers must not offer legal consultation that would assist the client in breaking or violating the law
Rule 28: Lawyers must not break confidentiality or violate the privacy of the concerned parties

Chapter 4: Litigation

Rule 29: Lawyers must abide by the ethics and principles of the profession in civil proceedings

Chapter 6: Lawyer Dealings with the Media

Rule 37: Lawyers must abide by the following when participating in social media or advertisement:
- Relevant laws, rules, and decisions
- Preserve the privacy of clients or others and protect their confidential information
- Refrain from misleading, forgery, or deception
- Preserve the integrity of the judiciary and its members
- Refrain from publishing facts of investigations and trials without permission
- Refrain from providing detailed answers to specific questions in an ongoing case
- Dress appropriately and maintain a professional appearance
- Adhere to advertising controls
Rule 38: Lawyers must ensure that their advertisements are not misleading, false, or deceptive, and do not violate the Rules or the principles and dignity of the profession

Chapter 7: Law Firms

Rule 39: Law firms must have offices befitting the profession and show the firm's register in a visible place
Rule 40: Lawyers and law firms must abide by the Rules and take necessary procedures to guarantee compliance and awareness by all employees
Rule 41: Lawyers must fulfill the rights of trainees in their law firm, providing advice and guidance, and sharing knowledge and experience
Rule 42: Law firms must keep all records, papers, documents, and data for all financial transactions for a period of no less than five years

Chapter 8: Final Provisions

Rule 44: The provisions of Article 29 of the Law shall apply to anyone who breaches the Rules
Rule 45: Lawyers shall be responsible for the violation of the Rules, whether they committed, directed, or commissioned the violation
Rule 46: The Rules shall be published in the Official Gazette and shall come into force thirty days after publication

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