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This checklist provides a list of risk management steps and issues to consider for various stages of any brief. Using this checklist will help barristers avoid claims and provide good service to their clients. This checklist can be used alongside LPLC's Good Counsel –Practice Risk Guide for Barristers.

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Barristers Checklist for Safe Practice.pdf

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This checklist covers:

  • Accepting a brief
  • Conflicts
  • Drawing Pleadings
  • Advising on prospects of success
  • Terms of Settlement

and more

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