SRA Principles: core conduct values

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1. 01

   Core SRA principles

   Say the core SRA Principles from memory and give one short example of how each can matter in day-to-day practice.

2. 02

   One act, multiple principles

   Explain why one act can engage more than one Principle at the same time, using a simple client-pressure example.

3. 03

   Best interests versus instructions

   Give a clear distinction between acting in the client’s best interests and simply following the client’s instructions.

4. 04

   Misleading the court

   Describe what a solicitor should do if a client asks for something that would mislead the court, a regulator, or another party.

5. 05

   EDI as regulatory duty

   Explain why equality, diversity and inclusion are regulatory duties and not just workplace values.

6. 06

   Balancing competing principles

   Walk through how you would justify a professional decision when client interests, honesty, and public trust point in different directions.

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