What are the punishment of advocates for misconduct?

a. Dismiss the complaint or, where the proceedings were initiated at the instance of the State Bar Council, direct that the proceedings be filed. c. Suspend the advocate from practice for such periods as it may deem fit.

What are the Code of Ethics for an advocate towards society court and clients?

An advocate shall refuse to represent any client who insists on using unfair or improper means. An advocate shall excise his own judgment in such matters. He shall not blindly follow the instructions of the client. He shall be dignified in use of his language in correspondence and during arguments in court.

What is the difference between a lawyer and an advocate?

A lawyer is a general term used to describe a legal professional who has attended law school and obtained a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree. An advocate is a specialist in law and can represent clients in court.

Which governs the conduct of the advocates?

In India, generally, advocates shall adopt the standards of professional conduct and etiquette outlined in Chapter II, Part IV of the Bar Council of India (BCI) Rules, as a guide for transacting matters associated with law. The advocates should also be guided by the Advocate Act, 1961.

Why do lawyers need a code of ethics?

The Attorneys’ Code of Ethics (hereinafter called: the Code) establishes the principles and rules of conduct that attorneys shall at all times follow in fulfilling their professional responsibilities and in order to preserve the dignity of, and respect for, the legal profession.

Which is the correct example of misconduct of advocate?

One of the cases of misconduct involved taking the signatures on blank watermarked paper for defrauding a client. The committee found the advocate guilty of the act. A complainant had alleged that her lawyer took the money and still did not appear in the court for the proceedings due to which she lost the case.

What is misconduct discuss it’s punishment?

Misconduct means dereliction of duty. Professional misconduct means dereliction of duty relating to Legal profession. Under S. 35 of the Advocates Act, An Advocate is punishable not only for professional misconduct but also for other misconduct.

Who is an advocate of the High Court?

State Advocates act as a public prosecutor in High Court matters, typically in cases requiring preparation and research. They are appointed by the National Prosecuting Authority and are attached to the Office of the National Director of Public Prosecutions.