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Today we look at how complaints to the disciplinary committee are lodged, considred and penalties that can be imposed #knowyourright

The #LSB has a Disciplinary Committe that adjudicates upon matters placed before it. #knowyourrights

The Disciplinary Committe will either take a decision or, if a serious nature, may refer the matter to the Law Society's Council

How to complain: All complaints must be made in writing by way of a sworn statement (affidavit) #knowyourrights

How to complain: Be brief, accurate and list the main issue around the matter e.g the attorney has overcharged etc #LSB

How to complain: You will be kept informed about progress on the matter #LSB

The Law Society maintains professional standards, access to justice, advocacy & fostering a spirit of collegiality among all practitioners

LSB forges a more visible and meaningful role for the legal profession in the shaping of professional and public discourse.

As prescribed by Section 59 of the Legal Practitioner's Act, LSB upholds standards of professional conduct & compliance of Code of Ethics

Legal practitioners should not acquire any financial interests in the subject matter of a case they are engaged in. #codeofethics

Strive to put first not their right to compensation for their services, but the interests of their clients & the exigencies of justice

Observe & respect attorney- client & former client legal privilege & confidentiality & never represent conflicting interests in litigation

Not engage in any form of activity that may be construed as advertising or touting. #codeofethics

Comply with all ethical and professional rules of practice. #codeofethics

Are you interested in networking with your peers from other jurisdictions?....watch this space #keep_your_days_free cc Mmegi

Law Society of Botswana wishes Botswana a Happy 47th Independence day and many more to come #BotswanaPele

Happy Independence Day Botswana Government #BotswanaPele

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President Ian Khama is expected to attend the official commencement of the #2014Legalyear tomorrow at the Gaborone High Court premises

The #2014Legalyear will bring together judicial officers, judges, magistrates and our members including senior government officials