Professionalism
Professionalism refers to the standards of competence, integrity and conduct expected of members of a profession. For BC lawyers, these standards are set out in the Code of Professional Conduct for British Columbia and enforced by the Law Society of British Columbia.
How BC law treats it
Regulated professions in BC have their own statutes and codes. For lawyers, the Legal Profession Act, SBC 1998, c 9 gives the Law Society authority to discipline members for professional misconduct or incompetence.
What it means for your business
Clients can expect their professional advisers to meet these standards, including duties of confidentiality, loyalty and competence.
Risks and common mistakes
A professional's breach of conduct rules is a regulatory matter and does not, by itself, give the client compensation.
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General information about British Columbia and Canadian law, current to October 2026. It is not legal advice.
