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Conflict Of Interest Concerns
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A conflict of interest may arise if a lawyers duties to a former client conflict with their duties to a new client. If the lawyer had access to confidential information that could disadvantage you, it may be a concern. Since youve filed a complaint with the law society, ensure you have all relevant documentation. Consider consulting another lawyer for guidance on your court proceeding.Full Conversation
I was a general secretary in * and a lawyer represented me in * against the society and in * same law firm represent the society for same matter and governanc, Is there any conflict of interest ?
In British Columbia, a conflict of interest may arise if a lawyer's duties to a former client conflict with their duties to a new client. Here are some points to consider:
- Did the lawyer have access to confidential information from you that could disadvantage you?
- Was there explicit consent from you for the law firm to represent the society?
If you suspect a conflict, you might consider consulting another lawyer or the Law Society of British Columbia for advice.
- Did the lawyer have access to confidential information from you that could disadvantage you?
- Was there explicit consent from you for the law firm to represent the society?
If you suspect a conflict, you might consider consulting another lawyer or the Law Society of British Columbia for advice.
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It sounds like there may be a potential conflict of interest. You might want to contact the Law Society of British Columbia for guidance on how to proceed. They can provide advice on whether the law firm's actions align with professional conduct rules. Would you like their contact information?
I did file a complaint to the Law society but I have the court hearing on sept,*,* for other proceeding,
It seems like you've already taken a step by filing a complaint with the Law Society. For your upcoming court hearing, ensure you have all necessary documentation related to the conflict of interest. If you need to consult another lawyer for guidance on your court proceeding, would you like assistance in finding one?
I am self represented.
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Given that you are self-represented and already have a complaint filed with the Law Society, ensuring you have all relevant documents and understanding your legal rights is crucial. If you need any specific legal information or have questions about the court process, feel free to ask.
Given that you are self-represented and already have a complaint filed with the Law Society, ensuring you have all relevant documents and understanding your legal rights is crucial. If you need any specific legal information or have questions about the court process, feel free to ask.
I received the following email from Mr. Mackoff today, please advise .I have never acted for you in a personal capacity and the only reason that the directors require separate representation is as a result of you naming them in their personal capacities which in and of itself is improper.
I finish by saying that everything you are doing and alleging is putting you into a more dire situation.
We will address these serious matters more fully on the 17th.
Les Mackoff
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It sounds like this email is related to your upcoming court hearing. Mr. Mackoff seems to be emphasizing the seriousness of the matter and the need for separate representation for the directors. Here are some points to consider:
- Review the allegations and ensure they are based on facts.
- Prepare your arguments and evidence thoroughly for the hearing.
- Consider seeking legal advice to navigate the complexity of the case.
If you need further assistance or have specific questions about the court process, feel free to ask!
It sounds like this email is related to your upcoming court hearing. Mr. Mackoff seems to be emphasizing the seriousness of the matter and the need for separate representation for the directors. Here are some points to consider:
- Review the allegations and ensure they are based on facts.
- Prepare your arguments and evidence thoroughly for the hearing.
- Consider seeking legal advice to navigate the complexity of the case.
If you need further assistance or have specific questions about the court process, feel free to ask!
Is duty of loyalty to the client or capacity he act?
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The duty of loyalty is generally to the client, meaning a lawyer must act in the best interests of their client and avoid conflicts of interest. This duty can extend to a client's capacity, depending on the context. If you need more specific guidance, consulting a legal professional in British Columbia may be beneficial.
The duty of loyalty is generally to the client, meaning a lawyer must act in the best interests of their client and avoid conflicts of interest. This duty can extend to a client's capacity, depending on the context. If you need more specific guidance, consulting a legal professional in British Columbia may be beneficial.
*. In *, the Mackoff firm represented myself and Mr. Kalsi in a dispute directly involving the governance of the Canadian Ramgarhia Society, including AGM elections and Society records.
*. In * and *, the same firm — Mackoff Mohamed — with Mr. Steinbach as counsel, represented the Society against me on the same type of governance disputes. This creates a clear risk that confidential information I provided in * could be used against me now.
Does Mackoff and Mr. Steinbach has conflict of intrest ?
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In British Columbia, a conflict of interest can arise if a lawyer's duties to a former client conflict with their duties to a new client. Key considerations include:
- Whether the lawyer gained confidential information from you that could be used against you.
- If there was explicit consent for the firm to represent the society.
Since you've filed a complaint with the Law Society, ensure you have all relevant documentation. If you have further questions, consulting another lawyer might be helpful. Would you like more information on any specific aspect of the court process?
In British Columbia, a conflict of interest can arise if a lawyer's duties to a former client conflict with their duties to a new client. Key considerations include:
- Whether the lawyer gained confidential information from you that could be used against you.
- If there was explicit consent for the firm to represent the society.
Since you've filed a complaint with the Law Society, ensure you have all relevant documentation. If you have further questions, consulting another lawyer might be helpful. Would you like more information on any specific aspect of the court process?
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