https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=1589 A client settlement does not mitigate or wipe out professional misconduct; disciplinary bodies retain authority to investigate, find misconduct, and impose sanctions despite compromise between lawyer and complainant. Disciplinary proceedings under the Advocates Act are governed by the Act's appeal and limitation provisions, the Civil Procedure Code does not apply except where the Act adopts specific civil court powers, and disciplinary authorities must ensure opportunity to be heard while upholding deterrence and correction objectives. en-us Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:45:09 +0530 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:45:09 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=1589 A client settlement does not mitigate or wipe out professional misconduct; disciplinary bodies retain authority to investigate, find misconduct, and impose sanctions despite compromise between lawyer and complainant. Disciplinary proceedings under the Advocates Act are governed by the Act's appeal and limitation provisions, the Civil Procedure Code does not apply except where the Act adopts specific civil court powers, and disciplinary authorities must ensure opportunity to be heard while upholding deterrence and correction objectives. Articles Other Topics Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:45:09 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=1589