The Code of Conduct of the Danish Bar and Law Society is at the core of our business
As a law firm , we not only advise clients on compliance and adherence to rules and codes of conduct . We must also make sure that we are compliant ourselves in terms of governance , anti-corruption , ethics , and compliance . We are subject to the Code of Conduct of the Danish Bar and Law Society governing lawyers ’ conduct .
The Disciplinary Board of the Danish Bar and Law Society and the courts set the legal standard for “ good legal practice ”, which must at all times reflect changes in society .
The Code of Conduct is intended to ensure that lawyers always act in the interest of their clients and in accordance with the law , and that they preserve the integrity and credibility of the legal system . The Code regulates , inter alia , lawyers ’ integrity , duty of non-disclosure , duty of good faith , impartiality , and competence . The Code also includes rules on lawyers ’ relations to their clients , the legal system , and the public . Lawyers must :
• always act in the client ’ s interest , which is a first priority in all matters
• protect client confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest
• always act honestly and so as to preserve the integrity and credibility of the legal system
• avoid acting contrary to the law or in a manner that undermines justice
• have sufficient competence to perform their work properly . This requires ongoing supplementary training and updating of professional knowledge .
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