LEGAL ETHICS AND RULES

THEME ETHICAL RULES AUTHORITY CASES

Every person whose name is entered on the Roll is entitled to practice as a barrister or solicitor
Section 2 of Act 32
Status of Lawyers and can sue and recover legal fees. Rondel vrs. Worsley
Rule 16 of L.I 2423
He can be an officer of the court and attract all liabilities of a lawyer

section 3 of Act 32
Qualification for enrolment A person must be of good charater and hold a qualifying certificate issued by the GLC

Also known as the Roll of Legal Practitioners and kept by the Judicial Secretary
Applicants must apply through the Judicial Secretary
Roll of Lawyers section 6 of Act 32
Attach an affidavit of identity
Attach an authenticated copy of qualifying certificate issued by the GLC

Henry Nuetey Korboe vrs.

All lawyers must practise with a solicitor's license, except: Francis Amosa
1. The Attorney General Klu vrs. Laryea
2. Officers of the AG's department Ex Parte Teriwajah & Korboe
Solicitor's Licence 3. Military Advocates section 8 and 10 of Act 32 Akuffo Addo vrs. Quarshie
Idun
It is issued after 6 months of pupillage Nana Ampofo Barfour vrs.
Applies to all lawyers, both local or foreign trained Justmoh Construction Co.
Ltd

If not enrolled as a lawyer

Unlawful Practice If you hold yourself out as a lawyer section 9 of Act 32
if you allow yourself to be held out as a lawyer
 Anyone found guilty of professional misconduct shall be liable to:
a. have his name struck off the roll of lawyers, or
b. be prohibited from practising as a lawyer for a period of time/ suspended.
Afrifa vrs. GLC
Procedure: section 16 of Act 32
Francis Xavier Sasu vrs. GLC
1. There must be a complaint about the lawyer to the GLC section 16A of Act 32
Liabilities and Discipline
2. Fair hearing before the disciplinary committee section 19 of Act 32
Samuel Victor Koranteng
3. Decision Rule 2 of GBA code
vrs. Disciplinary Committee
of the GLC
However the name of the lawyer shall be struck off without a fair hearing if the lawyer is;
a. convicted
b. of an offence involving dishonesty or moral turpitude.

Appeals shall be to the Court of Appeal.

Right of Appeal Section 21 of Act 32
It must be within 21 days from the date of the decision of the GLC

1. Entitled to practise and represents himself as such

2. employed in a whole-time occupation as a lawyer
3. regular occupation is an editor or reporter of a series of law reports
4. obliged to offer legal advice per employment terms Rule 2 of LI 2423 Nothern Engineering Co Ltd
Lawyer in Practice
5. teaching of the law Rule 3 (2) of GBA Code vrs. Djokotoe
6. Shall not be a MD or Executive chairman of a company
7. shall not hold any position or profession which conflicts or is likely to conflict with his duties
as a lawyer

Name Plate and Professional
Stationary
1. shall not contain the name of any person other than a lawyer
2. shall not permit any person not qualified to hold or practice law
3. shall not use the name of a lawyer who holds a public office on the stationary during the Rule 3 of LI 2423
time that that person is not actively and regulary practising witht he firm. Rule 7 of GBA Code
4. Exception; name of predecessors or former partners of the firm can be included in the
name of the firm
 1. chamber shall be approved and registered by the GLC
2. name shall be approved by the GLC
3. shall not be approved if it is misleading, detracts from the dignity of the profession or
similar to that of another firm
Naming of Chambers and law firms 4. name shall be in English or local language Rules 3 and 4 of LI 2423
5. shall not contain words descriptive of services provided or area of practice
6. may include initials of the existing or former partners
7. should contain language refereable to a specific geographical area or location or type of
entity eg. LTD, LLP etc

Every lawyer must be a member of a chambers or the pupil of a member of chambers Section 8 of Act 32
Rule 4(11) (13) (14) of LI
Practising without chambers
Working from home is permitted, if the space is set apart for professional work eg. Home 2423
library or study Rule 10 of GBA Code

1. is done for 6 months

Rule 4 (15) of LI 2423
Pupillage 2. must be under the supervision of a lawyer who is at least 7 years at the Bar
Section 8(3) of Act 32
3. Licence is issued for practice after the 6 moths

1. A representative of a client
2. an officer of a legal system
3. a public citizen with special responsibility for the delivery of quality justice
4. an advisor
Representation and Definition of a
5. an advocate Rule 5 of LI 2423
Lawyer
6. an evaluator

Prohibited from representing a group or person without knowledge of the members of the
group

Qualities of a Lawyer
Change of lawyers during hearing/
pendency of the case
Communication with clients
1. Competence
2. Courtesy Rules 6, 7, 8, 10 and 41 of LI
3. Diligence 2423
4. Adherence to standard of conduct Rule 36 and 46 of GBA
5. Industry Code
6. Truthfulness
A client has the liberty to change his lawyer at anytime.
1. the lawyer must notify the court on the change
2. lawyer must do so at a time which affords the client to employ the services of another
lawyer
3. Lawyer must surrender all documents in his possession to the client
4. Lawyer must refund any monies outstanding to the client
However: lawyer may retain papers to the extent permissible
Rules 87 and 88 of LI 2423
Grounds for termination lawyer -client relations Section 26 of Act 32
1. where the client has not paid fees
2. Mutual discharge
3. breach of the rules
4. misconduct or dishonurable behaviour of the lawyer
But: if the date for the case, time for a new lawyer to prepare for the case, adjournment is
impossible and the client's interest would be adversely affected, the lawyer cannot withdraw
from the handling the case at that time.
1. Must be prompt
2. Lawyer must reasonably consult with clients on the most objective means to achieve things
3. consult with clients about relevant limitations on the the lawyer Rules 11 and 90 of LI2423
4. Explain matters to the client to enable the client to make informed decisions Rule 4 of GBA
5. Avoid the use of abusive, offensive and provocative language, both oral and in
correspondences. He should be generally, courteous.
 Avoid the use of abusive, offensive and provocative language, both oral and in Rules 12 and 90 of LI2423
Communication with other person
correspondences. He should be generally, courteous. Rule 4 of GBA

A lawyer commits a misconduct if he takes instructions from a client knowing that the client Rule 67 of LI 2423
Dishonesty, fraud and illegality
intends to act dishonestly or where the lawyer advices the client to act dishonestly Rules 2 and 27 of GBA code

1. shall not approach or deal with a represented person.

2. attempt to negotiate or compromise a matter directly with such a person
3. communicate the subject of the representation while matter is pending
4. Exception:
Rules 13, 42 and 69 of
a. consent of the lawyer of the represented person
Communication with represented LI2423
b. notice of intention to communicate with the other party
person Rule 11 of GBA Code
c. communication is for the sole purpose of informing the other party that, the lawyer is
unable to get a reply from his lawyer or to request that party to contact his lawyer
d. urgent circumstances and the communication would not be unfair to the other party.

NB: Rules prohibit stealing of clients from other lawyers

1. Shall not directly or indirectly invite

Solicitation of client
permit any person to instruct him or his firm
Rule 15 of LI 2423
2. seek to attract professional business unfairly
Rule 17 of GBA
3. accept instructions from a person whom he knows to be doing so as a result of solicitation
4. instigating ligitation and voluntarily giving advise to bring a lawsuit agaisnt another person

Rules 30, 63, and 66 of LI

A lawyer commits a misconduct if he institutes for a client proceedings with the motive of
Malicious institution of 2423 Rev. Aboagye Mensah vrs.
malice, or anger or knowing same to be without a legal basis, such that it amounts to an abuse
proceedings Rules 43 and 50 of GBA Yaw Boakye
of the courts procees
code
 1. Prohibition from making an agreement, charging or collecting unreasonable amount as
expense.
2. Be guided by the GBA scale of fees
3. Take into account time and labour, novelty, likelihood of success, experience, length,
reputation and ability
4. communicate in writing to the client the fees to be charged prior to commencing the
matter.
5. communicate any change in rate to the client promptly
Sections 30, 40 and 45 of Lithur Brew vrs. Cocoa
Act 32 Board
Legal Fees A lawyer commits misconduct if he charges excessive fees
Rule 16 of LI 2423 Nartey vrs. Gati
Rule 31 of GBA Code Zwenness vrs.
Exception: does not apply where the lawyer charges a regularly represented client on the
same basis or rate

Recovery of fees can only be done:

a. upon one months' notice with bill to the client
b. within a shorter time if there is a reasonable belief that the client will bolt out of the
jurisdiction
c. that the client is not ordinarily resident in the jurisdiction

Prohibited from sharing legal fees with non-lawyers

Exception:
a. An agreement for payment upon death, between a lawyer and the firm, partners or Rule 18 of LI 2423
Sharing of legal fees
associates Rule 5 of GBA Code
b. compensation or retirement packages for employees of the firm
c. fees awarded by the lawyer or firm to NGO which employed or recommended the
employment of the lawyer or firm
 1. Required to keep proper books of accounts for all monies received by or on behalf of a
client.
Section 48 of Act 32
2. The books should be separate from every other client's account and that of the firm or
Rules 26 and 27 of LI 2423
Client's Account lawyer's
Rules 28, 29, 30 of GBA
3. Promptly notify the client of monies received on behalf of the client
Code
4. Render full account regarding monies recieved to the client.
5. Issue out reciepts for payments recieved, indicating the purpose of the payment.

Prohibitation from doing or causing anything to be done or published with the primary motive
of personal advertisement
Rule 6 of GBA Code
Advertisement
Exception:
Rule 3(5) 0f LI 2423
a. Publication in legal directory or journal or legal publication
b. Keeping of simple business cards

Sections 43 and 44 of Act

Preparing and Signing of 1. Required to endorse name, address and solicitor's license on any document prepared 32
Documents 2. Prohibited from signing documents not prepared by or under the supervision of the lawyer Rule 92 of LI 2423
Rule 16 of GBA

1. Prohibited from revealing info about the representation of a client,

Confidentiality of information
except
a. where consent is given
b. the discloure is necessary for the representation or
c. permitted by law
d. to prevent death or substantial bodily harm Rule 19 of LI 2423 Armah vrs. Amugi
e. prevent, mitigate or rectify substantial injury Rule 38 of GBA Code
f. secure legal advice about compliance with the rules
g. establish claim or defence on behalf of the lawyer

2. the duty applies even after the termination of the lawyer-client relationship
 1. Prohibited from representing both a plaintiff and a Defendant in the same matter
2. Prohibited from acting in a matter where there is likely to be a conflict
3. Prohibited from entering into a business transaction with a client
4. Prohibited from acquiring ownership or possessory interest or security interest adverse to a
client
5. Prohibited from transactions with a client, unless the terms are fair and reasonable to the
client
6. Prohibited from using information about the representation of a client to the disadvantage
of the client.
Rules 20 and 21 of LI 2423 Jones vrs. Buckle
7. Prohibited from soliciting gifts or financial assistance from clients
Rules 3, 33, 34 and 42 of Ekwan vrs. Ewusi
Conflict of Interest 8. Prohibited from providing financial assistance to clients, unless it is for court cost or
GBA Armah vrs. Amugi
expenses and in respect of an indegent client.
Amkrah vrs. Ofori
9. Prohibited from accepting compensation from 3rd parties in respect of a clients case,
unless, client gives consent and such compensations do not interefer with the lawyer's
independence or judgment.
10. Prohibited from settling claims or limiting the liability of a client for malpractices, unless
the client is independently represented
11. Prohibited from acquiring proprietory interest in the litigation of a client
12. Prohibited from armorous relationship with client or opposing lawyer (it also applies to
associates of the firm)
13. Prohibited from acting against previous clients

A lawyer commits a misconduct is without a justification he fails to attend court or make an

Rule 98 of LI 2423
Failing to attend Court arrangement for another lawyer of his firm to represent him in court or fails to write a letter to
Rule 53 of GBA code
the court about his absence in court.

1. A lawyer is required to ensure that other lawyers and employee of the law firm comply with
the ethical rules.
2. A lawyer is required to exercise proper supervision of the members of staff of that lawyer or
Direct supervision of lawyers and Rules 44, 45, 74 and 94 of
his firm and to prevent acts that are detrimental to clients
non-lawyers (vicarious liability) LI 2423
Failing which that lawyer would be held liable for the misconducts of non-lawyers or
employees.

Negligence and delay
Personal references
Disciplinary authority
Reporting misconduct
Deception of court or Disciplinary A lawyer commits misconduct if he knowingly deceives the court of DC of the GLC or provide
committee false information to them
Proceeding against another lawyer
Payment of fees of another lawyer
A lawyer commits a misconduct if he conducts the business of a client with negligence and
Rule 95 of LI 2423
delay such that, it caused damage to the interest of the client or brings the legal profession Fordjour vrs. Law Chambers
Rule 36 of GBA
into disrepute or discredit.
A lawyer is prohibited from giving personal references to people the lawyer does not know or
Rule 21 of GBA code
references which are untrue
The body responsible for accepting complaints about the misconducts of lawyers as well as
section 18 of Act 32
holding disciplinary enquiry is the Disciplinary Committee of the GLC. Thus any complaint is
Rule 101 of LI 2423
referable to the DC of the GLC
1. A lawyer is required to report any acts of misconduct by another lawyer to the Disciplinary
Rule 89 and 100 of LI 2423
committee of the GLC
Rule 15 of GBA code
Rules 29(3)(9), 63 and 91
of LI 2423
Rule 14 of GBA code
A lawyer commits a misconduct if he fails to accept instruction from a client to institute legal
action against another lawyer. Rule 13 of GBA code
Rule 65 (2) of LI
A lawyer may refuse to do so, if he has a reasonable ground to refuse or special circumstances
A lawyer commits misconduct if he fails to pay the proper legal fees to another lawyer whom
Rule 12 of GBA
he instructs to act for his client
 1. Required to honour written undertakings, unless on the face of it it is clear that you are not
accepting personal responsibility
2. Prohibited from giving another lawyer an undertaking, which requires compliance by a 3rd
party or which compliance can't be guaranteed.
3. Prohibited from seeking from another lawyer or employee of that lawyer an undertaking Rule 22 (3) of LI 2423
4. Prohibited from serving as a guarantor in connection with a loan agreement, unless, it is in Rules 58, 71 and 93 of LI
Agreements and Undertakings
relation to; 2423
a. same guarantor and borrower, director, shareholder, beneficiary of a trust, corporate body Rule 22 of GBA Code
b. NGO
c. Personal Business or loan
d. for personal relations for a loan

1. A former gov't lawyer can't represent a client in connection with a matter he handled while
a public servant
2. A former gov't lawyer can't use info about a person against them or disclose it to the
person's disadvantage
Conflict in relation to Gov't
3. Can't participate in a matter he was previously involved, when he becomes a gov't lawyer Rule 23 and 78 of LI 2423
officers and employees
4. When you become a gov't lawyer/ public officer, you should not practise privately, except:
a. Ministers and deputies
b. MPs with permission of Speaker
c. Law Lecturers

1. Can't represent a client in a matter where you serves as such

Serving as former judges, 2. Can't defend a client in a matter where you served as such
Rules 24, 15(1) and 81 of LI
arbitrator, mediator or third party 3. Can't negotiate for employment with a person who was involved in a matter before you
2423
neutral
Applies to others in the firm

A lawyer is prohibited from borrowing money from a client unless the said client’s business
includes lending of money to the public.
Borrowing From a Client But Where a debt already exists between the lawyer and the 3rd party, the lawyer shall not act Rule 70 of LI 2423.
for the 3rd party.
 A lawyer is prohibited from acting as a guarantor for a client, unless the guarantee involves:
a. For a close relative eg. Wife
Guarantee by a lawyer Rule 71 of LI 2423
b. For an NGO
c. Personally for a business which requires the guarantee.

Where a lawyer is a member of an official body, that lawyer shall not appear before that body
Appearing before an official body professionally. Eg. A lawyer who is an engineer shall not appear before the GhIE in his capacity Rule 77 of LI 2423
as a lawyer.

A former or retired judge is prohibited from joinging a law firm or appearing as counsel/lawyer
before a court
He is prohibited from appearing before an administrative tribunal over which the court
Appearance by former judges as exercises appellate jurisdiction.
Rule 81 of LI 2423
counsel or lawyer
He can only do so after two years from the date of his retirement of resignation and upon the
express approval of the GLC in exceptional circumstances

1. A lawyer is required to advise a client to settle a dispute where it is possible to settle on

reasonable basis, and discourage the client from commencing frivolous legal proceedings. Rule 66 of LI 2423
Encouraging Compromise or
2. A lawyer is also required to consider the use of ADR mechanisms in the resolution of a Rule 96(1) of LI 2423
Settlement
dispute and where appropriate, inform the client of ADR options. Rule 43 of GBA Code
3. A lawyer is bound to purse an ADR option, in a situation where the client opts for one.

A lawyer in practice is bound to accept any brief in the Court at a proper professional fee.
2. Special circumstances may justify a refusal to accept a particular brief.
Rule 65 of LI 2423
3. A lawyer shall be separately instructed and remunerated by fees for each piece of work
Rule 49 of LI 2423
done. He shall not undertake to represent a person or entity for all their court work for a
Briefs & Pleadings Rule 87 of LI 2423
lumpsum.
Rule 24 of GBA Code
NB: The rule on lumpsum does not apply to a retainer agreement.

1. A lawyer commits a misconduct if he fails to accept instructions from a clients to commence

Rules 49 and 65 of LI 2423
Duty to take cases assigned a legal action.
Rule 26 of GBA
2. If he fails to accepts briefs from the court to represent a client

Appeal by Lawyer who is a Witness
Advocacy
Offer Of Legal Service
Debt Collection Or Mercantile
Agency
A lawyer who is a witness in proceedings shall not be an advocate in respect of those Rule 64 of LI 2423
proceedings. Rule 52 of GBA Code
A lawyer as an advocate shall
a. represent her client resolutely and honourably within the limits of the law while treating the court with candour,
courtesy and respect.
b. not abuse the court process by instituting proceedings which is motivated by malice on the part of the client
and for the sole purpose of injuring the other party. Rule 63 of LI 2423
c. not knowingly assist or permit a client to act in a manner that the advocate considers dishonest or Rule 48(1) of GBA Code
dishonourable.
d. not appear before a judicial officer if the lawyer, an associate of the lawyer or the client has a business or Rule 50 of GBA Code
personal relationship with the officer that is likely to give rise to pressure, influence or inducement affecting the
impartiality of the officer. Rule 46(1)(c) of GBA Code
NB: Except by way of open persuasion as an advocate, A lawyer shall not attempt to, either directly or indirectly,
influence the decision or action of a court or a Court official. Rule 49(b) of GBA Code
e. not knowingly attempt to deceive a court or influence the course of justice by offering false evidence, misstating
a fact or law, presenting or relying on a false deceptive affidavit, suppressing what needs disclose… Rule 83(1)(d) of LI 2423
f. not knowingly misstate the contents of a document, a witness’ testimony the substance of an argument or the Rule 46(1)(a) of GBA Code
provisions of an enactment.
g. not knowingly assert a fact as true when the evidence on record cannot reasonably support that finding. Rule 46(1)(b) of GBA Code
h. not deliberately refrain from bringing to the notice of the court, binding authority which he considered directly
on point and which same has not been mentioned by the other side.
i. not dissuade a witness from giving evidence or advice a witness to be absent. Rule 49(a) of GBA Code
j. not knowingly permit a witness or party to be presented in a misleading way or to impersonate another person.
k. not needlessly abuse or harass a witness
NB: As a lawyer, do no attempt to gain a benefit for the complainant by threating to lay a criminal charge or by
offering to seek or to procure the withdrawal of a criminal charge when representing a complainant or potential
complainant
A lawyer, who offers legal services, shall not use;
1. means that are false or misleading;
2. that amount to coercion, duress or harassment;
3. take advantage of a person who is vulnerable or who has suffered traumatic experience and Rule 62 of LI 2323
has not yet recovered; 4. intended to influence a person who has secured a lawyer to change
the lawyer for that matter; or
4. that bring the profession or administration of justice into disrepute.
A lawyer shall not use or cause to be used the stationary of the lawyer or firm by a debt
Rule 60 of LI 2423
collection agency for the purposes of collecting debt, such that it misleads the public
 A lawyer is prohibited from advising or suggesting to a witness to give false evidence.
A lawyer prohibited from suggesting or condoning a client or another person to suggest to a
prospective witness, on which evidence the witness should give at any stage of the case.
A lawyer is prohibited from coaching or encouraging a witness to give evidence which that Rule 54 of LI 2423
Integrity Of Evidence witness believes to be false. Rule 82(a)&(b) of LI 2423

Exception: it does not apply where the lawyer admonishes the witness to tell the truth; or
questions and tests in conference the evidence to be given by the witness or draws the
witness’ attention to an inconsistency.

A Lawyer is prohibited from knowingly making false statement concerning the qualification or
Statement Affecting Judicial &
integrity of a judge, an adjudicative officer, a public legal officer or a candidate for election or Rule 52 of LI 2423
Legal Officials
appointment to a judicial or legal office

Law Reform Activity Affecting Despite the fact that a reform may affect a client’s interest, a lawyer may serve as a director,
Rule 51 of LI 2423
Interest of Client officer or member of an organisation involved in reform or administration of law.

Aside being a member of a law firm, a lawyer can serve as a director, officer or member of a
legal service organization despite the fact that the organisation represents a person whose
interest is adverse to a client of the lawyer.
Lawyer is prohibited from knowingly participating in an action or decision of the organization
Member Of Legal Service
which is incompatible with his obligation to his client. Rule 50 of LI 2423
Organisation
Where a lawyer participates in the decision of the organization and later realizes that said
decision will materially benefit his client, he shall disclose the fact with or without disclosing
the identity of the client.

Use Of Privileged Information
A lawyer shall not draw any court document alleging criminality, fraud or other misconduct
unless;
a. a lawyer believes on reasonable grounds that, the evidence available to him provides a
proper basis for the allegation;
b. the evidence by which the allegation is made is admissible and in written form or after
advising his client on the seriousness of the said allegation and the likely consequences for the
client if the allegation isn’t made, the client wishes the allegation to be made. Rule 53 of LI 2423
Exception: Where a lawyer does not reasonably believe that a fact can be supported having Rule 51 of GBA Code McDonald Estate v Martin
regard to the evidence available, he or she shall not make an allegation in support of her
client’s case.
Unless the evidence available provides a reasonable ground for the suggestion or the lawyer
believes an affirmative answer to the suggestion diminishes the credibility of the witness, a
lawyer shall not cross-examine a witness in a manner that suggests criminality, fraud or other
serious misconduct.

A prosecutor shall assist the court to arrive at the truth; seek to have all the relevant evidence
placed intelligibly before the court; and assist the court with a submission of law to enable the
proper application of the law to the facts.
The prosecutor shall not press for a conviction, beyond a full and firm presentation of the
case.
Prosecutors’ duty to Assist Court Rule 56 of LI 2423
She shall not seek to influence the court to be biased against the accused.
She shall not argue a proposition of either fact or law which she doesn’t reasonable believe
carry weight or contribute to the guilt of the accused.
A prosecutor shall not confer or interview an accused person.

A prosecutor shall disclose to the opposing party every material available to the prosecutor
including name and means of finding a prospective witness; and any other information the
prosecutor becomes aware of which may constitute evidence relevant to either the guilt or
innocence of the accused.
Where a partial or full disclosure threatens the safety of a person or the integrity of the Rule 57 of LI 2423
Prosecutors’ duty to disclose Republic v Eugene Baffoe-
administration of justice, the prosecutor is not required to disclose. Rule 25 of GBA Code
Information Bonnie & 4 Ors
If a prosecutor believes that the prosecution may have obtained a material improperly or
unlawfully, he shall promptly inform the opposing party where he intends to use it; make the
information available to the opposing party if in documentary form, or inform the opposing
party of the grounds for so believing that the material was unlawfully or improperly obtained.
 When an engagement is terminated and another lawyer is instructed to take over the case
1. The first lawyer shall on receiving a written direction from the client, deliver all relevant
documents and information the client is entitled, promptly to the second lawyer.
2. may retain possession of the documents until all costs owed by the client are paid or
secured.
3. Where the 1st lawyer terminates the engagement and the document are essential to the
defence or prosecution of current proceedings in court, the lawyer shall surrender possession
of the document to either the client on receipt of a satisfactory security for the unpaid cost or
to the 2nd lawyer if directed by the client to do so and the 2nd lawyer shall hold the Rule 59 of LI 2423
Replacement or change of Lawyers
documents subject to a lien by the 1st lawyer and if practicable provide reasonable security for Section 26 of Act 32
(termination of Services)
the payment of the cost of the 1st lawyer or the first lawyer shall enter into an agreement with
the client and the second lawyer to ensure the payment of the cost of the 1st lawyer upon
completion of the case.
4. A lawyer who receives documents based on an agreement between the client and both
lawyers on the fact that, the fees of the 1st lawyer shall be paid from monies recovered on the
client’s behalf shall comply with the terms of the agreement.
NB: This rule is subject to an order which may be made by a court in respect of the delivery of
the documents of the client.

A lawyer shall not engage in conduct which is dishonest or likely to a material degree to be
Rule 61 of LI 2423
prejudicial to the administration of justice; diminish public confidence in the administration of
Standard Of Conduct Rule 2 of GBA Code
justice; or adversely prejudice the ability of the lawyer to practise in accordance with these
Rules

A lawyer is prohibited from acting as a witness in his client's proceedings.

Acting as a Witness He can however act as a witness in proceedings he is not handling eg. Family disputes where Rule 97 of LI 2423
he is not the lawyer for the case

A lawyer is required to advise his clients on alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, aside
Settlement of Disputes Rule 96 of LI 2423
litigation

Prepared by Sharon K. Quartey with the assistance of Hafiz Sulleyman