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Code of Conduct for Lawyers

The Legal Profession (Professional Conduct) Rules set out the rules of professional conduct for lawyers who are practitioner members of the Law Society, i.e., who hold a valid Practising Certificate to practise law in Singapore.

The rules set out the code of conduct for lawyers in the following areas:

  • Dealing with clients

  • Conduct of proceedings

  • Relationship with other lawyers and third parties

  • Rules of practice

  • Acting as Defence Counsel in a criminal matter

  • Conducting a criminal prosecution as a practising lawyer

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Legal Profession (Professional Conduct) Rules