LJU4802
ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE 23 MARCH 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Name the applicant in the Spies-case.
ANSWER:
The applicant in the case is the Legal Practice Council.1
1.2 With reference to applicable legislation, describe the purpose of the applicant
identified in 1.1.
ANSWER:
The Legal Practice Council is established in terms of the Legal Practice Act 28 of
2014.2 Its purpose is to regulate the legal profession in South Africa, which includes
overseeing the conduct of legal practitioners, ensuring compliance with ethical
standards, protecting the public, and maintaining the integrity of the legal profession. 3
1
Legal Practice Council v Jo Francois Spies, Case No: 55628/20, para 19
2
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, s 2.
3
LJU4802 Learning Unit 1: Regulation of Legal Practitioners.
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ASSIGNMENT 1 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE 23 MARCH 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1 Name the applicant in the Spies-case.
ANSWER:
The applicant in the case is the Legal Practice Council.1
1.2 With reference to applicable legislation, describe the purpose of the applicant
identified in 1.1.
ANSWER:
The Legal Practice Council is established in terms of the Legal Practice Act 28 of
2014.2 Its purpose is to regulate the legal profession in South Africa, which includes
overseeing the conduct of legal practitioners, ensuring compliance with ethical
standards, protecting the public, and maintaining the integrity of the legal profession. 3
1
Legal Practice Council v Jo Francois Spies, Case No: 55628/20, para 19
2
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, s 2.
3
LJU4802 Learning Unit 1: Regulation of Legal Practitioners.
Disclaimer:
All materials are for study assistance only. We do not condone academic dishonesty. Use at your own risk.
We are not liable for any consequences arising from misuse.
Redistribution, resale, or sharing without permission is prohibited.
