Chapter 1 Regulating the legal professions Flashcards
The Law Society of Ontario (22 cards)
What is the Law Society of Ontario?
The Law Society of Ontario is a self-regulating body that governs Ontario’s legal professions in the public interest.
What was the former name of the Law Society of Ontario?
The Law Society of Upper Canada.
When was the Law Society of Ontario established?
In 1797
Who can be licensed by the Law Society of Ontario?
Individuals who meet the required standards of competence and good character (lawyers and paralegals).
What are the four main areas of the Law Society’s functions?
Convocation and management
Education, licensing, and professional development
Professional regulation
Support to paralegals, lawyers, and the public.
Who manages the Law Society of Ontario?谁管理安大略省律师协会？
A board of directors called “benchers,” elected by lawyers and paralegals of the Law Society. 由称为“理事”（benchers）的董事会管理，这些理事由律师和法律助理选举产生。
What is the purpose of the “Convocation” meeting? 理事会”（Convocation）的会议是为了什么？
To discuss and handle matters related to the governance of the legal professions.处理与法律行业管理相关的事务。
Who can serve as a bencher? 谁可以担任理事？
Lawyers, paralegals, or members of the public. 律师、法律助理，或公众人士。
Who leads the Law Society of Ontario and presides over Convocation? 谁是安大略省律师协会的领导并主持理事会会议？
The Treasurer, elected by the benchers. 财务长，由理事选举产生。
Who oversees the daily operations and staff of the Law Society? 谁负责管理律师协会的日常运营和员工？
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), an employee of the Law Society. 首席执行官（CEO），协会的雇员
What is the Professional Development and Competence Division (PD&C) of the Law Society? 什么是律师协会的专业发展与能力部门（PD&C）？
It is a division that provides education, resources, and support to lawyers and paralegals. 是为律师和法律助理提供教育、资源和支持的部门。
What is the goal of PD&C? PD&C 的目标是什么？
To ensure that competent legal professionals serve the public. 确保合格的法律专业人员能够为公众服务。
What are the main responsibilities of PD&C? PD&C 的主要职责是什么？
Licensing, continuing professional development (CPD), and providing practice supports and resources. 执业许可、持续专业发展（CPD）以及提供执业支持和资源。
Name some resources provided by PD&C to support legal professionals. PD&C 为法律专业人员提供哪些支持资源？
The Great Library, Practice Management Helpline, and the Coach and Advisor Network.
What remedial programs does PD&C oversee?
Spot audits and practice reviews to address competence issues. 抽查审计和执业评审，以解决能力问题
What is the main role of the Professional Regulation Division?
To govern lawyers and paralegals in the public interest by handling regulatory complaints and allegations.
To govern lawyers and paralegals in the public interest by handling regulatory complaints and allegations.
By responding to regulatory issues, developing risk-reducing policies, and improving access to justice.
What are the primary activities of the Professional Regulation Division?
Complaints handling, investigations, discipline prosecutions, monitoring, and enforcement of orders and undertakings.
What additional services does the Professional Regulation Division provide?
Trustee services, and managing the Unclaimed Trust Fund and Compensation Fund. 信托服务，以及管理无人认领信托基金和赔偿基金。
What is the Client Service Centre (CSC)?
It is the face and voice of the Law Society, handling most inquiries, licensee fees, filings, and complaints. 是律师协会的对外“门面”和“声音”，负责接收大多数咨询、持证人费用、申报及投诉。
What are the main components of the CSC?
The Call Centre and the administrative areas
What is the role of the External Relations and Communications Division?
It produces informative publications and handles media inquiries.
