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In an effort to deal more effectively with attorneys stealing from their clients, the Barbados Bar Association has submitted sweeping changes to the Legal Profession Act, which includes a rigorous process of auditing attorney’s client accounts as well as a more rigid disciplinary procedure. In addition, attorneys would also have to submit to mandatory yearly training in order to receive their practicing certificates. These are just a few of the …
Chief Justice Sir Patterson Cheltenham said more staffing and assistance for judges are part of the plan to improve the running of Barbados’ courts. During a special sitting of the Supreme Court yesterday morning to mark the opening of the new legal year 2023-2024, Sir Patterson itemised some of the changes including assistance for judges in the management of dockets, continuous training for the judiciary and having Alternative Dispute Resolution …