Associate Christian Cox has been featured in the Solicitors Journal, explaining the terms frequently used in legal correspondence and highlighting common misuses and misunderstandings. Focusing on the broad use of terms in relation to ‘privilege’, ‘prejudice’ and ‘confidentiality’, Christian provides clear definitions and practical examples to help both newly qualified and experienced solicitors employ these terms correctly.
The SRA expects solicitors to consider carefully their use of such labels, and to explain them if necessary. They warn solicitors against leading recipients into believing they are not allowed to seek legal advice.
Solicitors may feel a longing to embark on a career change to journalism. But they can’t make use of ‘off the record’ conversations, particularly with opposing parties. This term has no real legal meaning and should not be replied upon in any calls or conversations with the other side, for example when looking to settle.
The full article is available to read online at the Solicitors Journal.
Christian Cox is in the trust will estate disputes team, advising on claims brought against a deceased individual’s estate as well as other wills disputes, such as claims of undue influence or lack of testamentary capacity.
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