The fundamental principle of lawyers’ and witnesses’ immunity from suit came under scrutiny in the recent case of El Haddad v Al Rostamani and others
In this week’s NLJ, Sophia Purkis, partner at Fladgate, explores this fascinating case and the lessons for lawyers therein.
Purkis writes: ‘A lawyer’s duty is to advance their client’s case fearlessly in accordance with their professional obligations and a client’s instructions.’
The author highlights that, while immunity is a vital principle, lawyers are not free to say whatever they want and must comply with strict regulatory requirements and, of course, the criminal law of conspiracy and perjury.
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