What is the impact of allegations of unethical conduct, misrepresentation before the court and sharp practice?
Alberta, Canada
The following excerpt is from Adams v. Adams, 2011 ABQB 812 (CanLII):
Allegations of unethical conduct, misrepresentations before the court and sharp practice should not be made lightly, given the effect such statements may have on a lawyer’s reputation, and, in direct connection, his livelihood. As was noted by the majority in Hill v. Church of Scientology of Toronto, 1995 CanLII 59 (SCC), [1995] 2 S.C.R. 1130 at para. 118: In the present case, consideration must be given to the particular significance reputation has for a lawyer. The reputation of a lawyer is of paramount importance to clients, to other members of the profession and to the judiciary. A lawyer's practice is founded and maintained upon the basis of a good reputation for professional integrity and trustworthiness. It is the cornerstone of a lawyer's professional life. Even if endowed with outstanding talent and indefatigable diligence, a lawyer cannot survive without a good reputation.
"The most advanced legal research software ever built."
The above passage should not be considered legal advice. Reliable answers to complex legal questions require comprehensive research memos. To learn more visit www.alexi.com.
Other Questions
In what circumstances will the Court allow the Court to amend the Rules of Civil Procedure to allow the Courts to use the functional approach? (Alberta, Canada)
Does the Court have any authority to transfer proceedings under R.12 from the Court of Appeal to the Superior Court? (Alberta, Canada)
Can a court order all court-ordered sales of a personal injury property be exempt from all court ordered sales? (Alberta, Canada)
In an application for a writ of habeas corpus, is the court bound by virtue of the fact that the court has granted custody of a child in a custody dispute? (Alberta, Canada)
What is the impact of a decision by the Court of Appeal to re-open an application for fresh evidence? (Alberta, Canada)
Does the evidence of discreditable conduct support the inference that the complainant's allegation is true? (Alberta, Canada)
How have courts dealt with sexual harassment allegations in the context of sexual assault cases? (Alberta, Canada)
How have courts interpreted the Charter and the role of the courts? (Alberta, Canada)
Can a court impute income under section 19(1)(a) of the Child Support Guidelines where the payor has pursued a deliberate course of conduct for the purpose of evading child support obligations? (Alberta, Canada)
What is the test for finding discrimination on the basis of allegations that conduct is racially motivated? (Alberta, Canada)
