SRA Principles and Priority Between Duties

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The SRA Principles
Can you name the Principles and give one practical example for each?
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When client loyalty has limits
When a client asks for something improper, which Principles help you explain why client loyalty has limits?
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Honesty and integrity
How would you distinguish a dishonest statement from conduct that lacks integrity?
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Threats to independence
What pressures might threaten a solicitor's independent judgment?
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Best interests are not enough
Why is acting in a client's best interests not the end of the analysis?
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Building block 6
A client pressures a solicitor to conceal a procedural problem because disclosure may damage the case. Explain which Principles are engaged and how the solicitor should reason through priority.

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SRA Principles and Priority Between Duties

Guided prompts in this topic

The SRA Principles

When client loyalty has limits

Honesty and integrity

Threats to independence

Best interests are not enough

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