Code of practice: Standards of professional conduct

This section outlines accepted standards of conduct in relation to the provision of children’s legal assistance.  These closely echo and expand upon the Law Society of Scotland’s Code of Conduct. The subjects covered are:

  • Policy for standards of professional conduct.
  • Knowledge and experience.
  • Resources
  • Co-operation
  • Consultation with adult clients.
  • Consultation with child clients.
  • Witnesses
  • Witness expenses, professional and expert witness fees.
  • Mandates