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Rules of Professional Conduct for Legal Practitioners, 2023

The Rules of Professional Conduct for Legal Practitioners, 2023 govern the ethical and professional standards applicable to all legal practitioners admitted to practice law in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Issued pursuant to the Legal Practitioners Act, these Rules provide the framework for maintaining the dignity, integrity, and independence of the legal profession while ensuring accountability, client protection, and the promotion of justice.

This document is a critical reference for legal professionals, law firms, judicial officers, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders engaged in legal ethics, professional discipline, and compliance matters.

Users are advised to consult the most current legal interpretations and, where necessary, obtain professional guidance in the application of these Rules in specific legal contexts.