Ghana's Chief Justice warns of lawyers prioritizing wealth over ethics, urging the legal profession to view it as a noble calling.

Ghana's Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, raised alarm over lawyers prioritizing wealth over ethics, citing a rise in client complaints about unethical practices. Speaking at the Ghana Bar Association's conference, she urged that the legal profession be viewed as a noble calling, not merely a financial opportunity. To combat misconduct, the General Legal Council is working to enhance legal ethics education in law schools, reinforcing lawyers' roles as guardians of the law.

September 09, 2024
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