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Australian Solicitors' Conduct Rules

The Australian Solicitors’ Conduct Rules are ethical standards that legal practitioners must follow, ensuring they act honestly, diligently, and in their clients’ best interests. They emphasize maintaining confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, providing competent advice, and upholding the integrity of the legal profession. The rules also promote fairness, respect, and professionalism in dealings with clients, courts, and colleagues. Overall, they guide lawyers to deliver ethical, responsible, and respectful legal services, fostering public confidence in the justice system.