What ethical and practice standards must an overseas trained lawyer follow while practising foreign law in Australia?
- An overseas trained lawyer practising in Australia must follow the same ethical and practice standards as Australian trained lawyers including:
- serving the interests of justice;
- acting competently and diligently in the service of clients;
- acting in the clients best interest;
- maintaining confidentiality;
- avoiding conflicts of interest; and
- maintaining the highest standards of integrity, honestly and fairness in all dealings.
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