Not resolved......
bharat khatwani
(Querist) 25 August 2024
This query is : Open
I am preparing to lodge a formal complaint with the Bar Council against an advocate who sent me a legal notice on behalf of my tenant, demanding an amount equivalent to 150 years' rent for repairs and renovations. A large portion of this expense is time-barred, as it refers to a supposed oral agreement made 25 years ago with my late father, after which the tenant remained silent until now. Despite my reply to the notice—clarifying that the claims are baseless and requesting a withdrawal—I have received no response. I intend to proceed with the complaint even though I am aware that the Bar Council has historically not penalized advocates for refusing to withdraw baseless legal notices. Here are some defenses I anticipate from the advocate: Good Faith Defense: The advocate may argue that they acted in good faith based on the tenant’s instructions and were unaware of any fabrications or violations of Rules 4 and 5 of the Bar Council. Client's Instructions: They might claim they are not responsible for verifying the accuracy of the client’s claims and are simply representing their interests, suggesting that they should not be held liable for potential fabrications. Ambiguity in Rules: The advocate could challenge the interpretation of Rules 4 and 5, arguing that there is no clear precedent that directly applies to this case, thus weakening my claims of professional misconduct. Lack of Precedent for Penalties: The advocate might highlight that no one has been penalized under these rules in the past, attempting to downplay the seriousness of the allegations. I would greatly appreciate your insights on how to effectively counter these defenses. Any suggestions for strengthening my case or additional angles I could explore would be invaluable. Thank you in advance for your guidance. P.S. I want to check out response of multiple advocates, so do not chose RESOLVED option after airing your views.
P.S.
With love to Mr.Kalaiselvan,
I must clarify that I did not intend for the matter to be marked as RESOLVED after your comment. My goal is to gather diverse perspectives from multiple advocates and explore all possible angles before finalizing my course of action.While I respect your opinion, I believe that stifling further discussion by marking the query as resolved prematurely prevents other advocates, who may
have valuable insights, from sharing their views. I would kindly request that you refrain from marking the issue as resolved, especially if you do not agree with the line of inquiry. Instead, I encourage open dialogue to help me fully understand the legal landscape I am navigating.
Legal matters can be complex and nuanced, and differing viewpoints are not only welcome but necessary for me to make informed decisions. I trust that you understand the importance of allowing a free exchange of ideas on such platforms.
