Legal Practice Act, 2014 (Act No. 28 of 2014)

Rules

Legal Services Ombud Rules

Part A

4. Referrals in terms of Section 48 of the Act
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If a referral is made in terms of section 48(1)(c) of the Act, the Ombud may—

 

(a) within 10 days of the referral notify the person or persons whom the Ombud deems advisable, in writing, of the referral; and

 

(b) notwithstanding the referral, decide whether to proceed with an investigation.