Acting for Strata Lot Owners: Practical and Ethical Consideration

Author: Paul G. Mendes
Current to: October 2023

Hone your legal skills with our latest Practice Point!

“Acting for Strata Lot Owners: Practical and Ethical Considerations” — a free paper that comes as part of CLEBC Online Course Materials — provides guidance for lawyers representing individual strata lot owners in disputes with their strata corporation.

Presented as part of the CLEBC course Strata Property Law Update 2023 by Paul G. Mendes of Lesperance Mendes, the article emphasizes the importance of conflict checks and client identification procedures before accepting an engagement. It also discusses strategies for minimizing conflicts of interest, navigating group retainers, and addressing unique ethical considerations when acting for current council members.

If you practice strata law or are looking to break into this area, you can’t afford to miss this practical paper!

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