Critical Analysis On Legal Professionals Under The Consumer Protection Act
- IJLLR Journal
- Sep 30
- 1 min read
Shruti Maskara, NMIMS, Hyderabad
ABSTRACT
The legal profession has traditionally been seen as noble and honourable, charged with preserving justice and serving the society. Therefore, in order to ensure that clients obtain effective legal representation, lawyers have an obligation to practise their profession with honesty and integrity.
The inclusion of legal practitioner within the ambit of Consumer Protection Act, 2019 has caused a significate debate concerning the applicability of the Act to the legal profession. But traditionally, the legal profession was considered distinct governed by the Advocates act, 1961, and regulated by the BCI, which oversees the professional conduct.
This paper critically analyses whether lawyers’ “services” should fall under the purview of the CPA, particularly in the case of negligence or deficiency in service. And it further explores advocates’ duties towards their clients, including their obligation to provide competent representation. The objective of this research is to provide light on whether the CPA's inclusion of legal practitioners improves consumer protection or compromises the integrity of the legal community.
Keywords: legal practitioner, Consumer Protection Act, Justice, Services
