What duties are owed to the Law Society?

• A. The duties include replying promptly and completely to communications from the Law Society, reporting misconduct, and reporting criminal charges/convictions in accordance with By-Laws.
• B. The duties include maintaining client confidentiality only.
• C. The duties are to maximize billable hours.
• D. The duties include seeking approval for any communication from the Law Society.

Answer: (A)

Cooperation with the Law Society rests on three key requirements: respond promptly and completely to its communications, report misconduct, and report criminal charges or convictions in accordance with By-Laws. Responding quickly and fully ensures the regulator has the information it needs to monitor practice and address any issues without unnecessary delay. Reporting misconduct reinforces ethical standards and helps protect the public and the integrity of the profession. Reporting criminal charges or convictions keeps the regulator informed about matters that could affect a lawyer’s fitness to practice, with By-Laws guiding the exact process and timing. These duties together reflect the regulator’s role in accountability and public trust. While confidentiality is essential in representing clients, it doesn't substitute for these duties to the Law Society, and maximizing billable hours or seeking approval for every communication are not duties imposed by the Society.