Which of these is a duty to the court under the Code of Conduct for Solicitors?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Not to mislead or attempt to mislead the court, whether by acts or omissions
- Step 1: The Code lists duties to the court.
- Step 2: A solicitor must draw the court's attention to relevant cases and procedural irregularities.
Answer
Not to mislead or attempt to mislead the court, whether by acts or omissions.
Why not the others: A solicitor does not owe a duty to win; confidentiality is not waived on request; solicitors may represent guilty clients.
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