Member of the Public
Even if they are not the lawyer or limited licensee’s client, or are not part of a legal case with a lawyer or limited licensee, members of the public can still:
- encounter conduct by a lawyer or limited licensee that they believe is inappropriate
- provide information to the Law Society concerning lawyer or limited licensee behavior
The Law Society regulates legal services to protect the public. This usually does not cover a lawyer’s or limited licensee’s personal activities.
The Law Society has the ability to review conduct that:
- brings into question the professional integrity of a lawyer or limited licensee. For example:
- criminal conduct, such as shoplifting or assault
- using their status as a lawyer or limited licensee to make a threat
- reflects adversely on the integrity of the profession and the administration of justice. For example, making public statements that give a bad impression of the legal profession.
See section 2.1-1, commentary [5] 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.
What type of conduct is of concern to you as a member of the public?