Disagree with Advice
A lawyer or limited licensee must be honest and candid with their client. This includes:
- giving the client all information known to the lawyer or limited licensee that may affect the client’s interests
- telling the client what they honestly think about the merits of the case and probable results
Firmness without rudeness is not a violation of the rule.
See section 3.2-2, commentaries [2] and [3] of the Law Society of Saskatchewan Code of Professional Conduct for Lawyers or the Law Society of Saskatchewan Code of Professional Conduct for Limited Licensees for more information.
If you disagree with the advice provided by the lawyer or limited licensee, you may:
- get a second opinion. You can get a second opinion without firing your lawyer or limited licensee.
- fire your lawyer or limited licensee and handle the matter on your own or with the assistance of a new lawyer or limited licensee.
- attempt to insist the lawyer or limited licensee act as you wish, contrary to their advice. Note that a lawyer or limited licensee may withdraw from representing a client if there has been a serious loss of confidence between them and the client. For example, the client refusing to accept and act upon their advice on a significant point.
If you have concerns that the lawyer or limited licensee lacks competence, submit a complaint.