The Law Society of Upper Canada

Definitions for key terms used throughout the Rules and guidelines for interpretation of the Rules.

Rules on issues related to professionalism, such as integrity and civility, undertakings, harassment and discrimination.

Rules on client-related issues such as competence, confidentiality, conflict of interest, client property and withdrawal from representation.

Rules related to advocacy such as duty to clients, tribunals and others, disclosure of documents, interviewing witnesses, communication with witnesses giving testimony, the paralegal as witness and dealing with unrepresented persons.

Rules on fee issues including contingency fees, joint retainers, fee splitting and referral fees.

Rules relating to a paralegal's duty to the administration of justice and the courts, including security of court facilities, public appearances and statements, and unauthorized practice.

Rules governing a paralegal's conduct toward licensees and others including the duty to act with courtesy and good faith.

Rules on issues related to practice management including general obligations, advertising, insurance, and firm names, letterhead and signs.

Rules covering a paralegal's duty to the Law Society including communications from the Law Society, duties to report, professional misconduct and conduct unbecoming a paralegal.