Oct/Nov 2024
LJU4802
Professional Ethics
100 Marks
4 Hours
First examiner: Prof MM Mswela
Second examiner: Prof MP Ferreira-Snyman
External examiner: Adv S Serumaga-Zake
QUALITY ANSWERS FOR LJU4802
EXAMINATION
18 OCTOBER 2024
, QUESTION 1: THE LEGAL PROFESSION
1.1 A "legal practitioner" is defined under the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014 as a person
who is admitted and enrolled as either an attorney or an advocate. They must be
registered with the Legal Practice Council to practice law and provide legal services for
a fee or reward, adhering to the profession's regulations.1
1.2 A legal practitioner- is an individual fully admitted as an attorney or advocate who is
permitted to practice law independently.2
A candidate legal practitioner (e.g., candidate attorney or pupil advocate) is someone
undergoing practical training under supervision, and they are not yet fully admitted to
practice law independently.3
1.3 Values inferred from the term "legal profession"
1. Integrity: Upholding the highest ethical standards and honesty in legal practice.
2. Justice: Ensuring fairness, equality, and the correct application of the law.
3. Public service: Serving the public and promoting the rule of law.²
1.4 The following four characteristics distinguish Sipho’s legal profession from Anna’s
business:
Specialized knowledge: Sipho's profession requires formal legal education and
training, while Anna's business involves entrepreneurial and farming skills.
1
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, Republic of South Africa.
2
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, Republic of South Africa.
3
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, Republic of South Africa.
LJU4802
Professional Ethics
100 Marks
4 Hours
First examiner: Prof MM Mswela
Second examiner: Prof MP Ferreira-Snyman
External examiner: Adv S Serumaga-Zake
QUALITY ANSWERS FOR LJU4802
EXAMINATION
18 OCTOBER 2024
, QUESTION 1: THE LEGAL PROFESSION
1.1 A "legal practitioner" is defined under the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014 as a person
who is admitted and enrolled as either an attorney or an advocate. They must be
registered with the Legal Practice Council to practice law and provide legal services for
a fee or reward, adhering to the profession's regulations.1
1.2 A legal practitioner- is an individual fully admitted as an attorney or advocate who is
permitted to practice law independently.2
A candidate legal practitioner (e.g., candidate attorney or pupil advocate) is someone
undergoing practical training under supervision, and they are not yet fully admitted to
practice law independently.3
1.3 Values inferred from the term "legal profession"
1. Integrity: Upholding the highest ethical standards and honesty in legal practice.
2. Justice: Ensuring fairness, equality, and the correct application of the law.
3. Public service: Serving the public and promoting the rule of law.²
1.4 The following four characteristics distinguish Sipho’s legal profession from Anna’s
business:
Specialized knowledge: Sipho's profession requires formal legal education and
training, while Anna's business involves entrepreneurial and farming skills.
1
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, Republic of South Africa.
2
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, Republic of South Africa.
3
Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, Republic of South Africa.
