The LPC is a national, statutory body, for regulatory affairs of the legal profession and exercises jurisdiction over all legal practitioners (attorneys and advocates) and candidate legal practitioners, it has 23 representatives, who this year took office for a term of three years commencing, 1 November.
This is the third time a new council has been appointed to guide the affairs of the profession. Three members are appointed by the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services, while 16 members, comprising 10 practising attorneys and six practicing advocates, are appointed through elections that are open to the legal fraternity and the public.
The remaining four roles are filled by individuals nominated by: Legal Aid South Africa, the Legal Practice Fidelity Fund, the South African Law Teachers’ Association, and the South African Law Deans’ Association (SALDA).
“As a member of the LPC, this opportunity will allow me to engage with fellow Council members across the legal profession on pertinent matters relating to the regulation and enhancement of the legal profession,” said Dr Biggs.
Dr Biggs’ core role will be to promote high standards of legal education and training, and compulsory post-qualification professional development. This way will ensure the accessible and sustainable training of law graduates aspiring to be admitted and enrolled as legal practitioners.
“This significant achievement is a testament to Dr Biggs’ dedication and expertise, and I am confident that her contributions will have a positive impact on the legal profession,” said Chief Executive Officer at the LPC Charity Nzuza.
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