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Integrity issues related to lawyers and law firms

The factors that create integrity risks relate to the pressure and incentive some lawyers and law firms have in turning a profit for their clients; the undermining of their independence; the potential for abuse of attorney-client privilege; weak industry-wide anti-corruption standards; and weak internal policies and controls within law firms. Some lawyers also lack awareness and knowledge of anti-corruption provisions.

1 April 2014
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Integrity issues related to lawyers and law firms

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Lindner, S.; (2014) Integrity issues related to lawyers and law firms. Bergen: U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre, Chr. Michelsen Institute (U4 Helpdesk Answer null)

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Samira Lindner

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