What Is the Queensland Conveyancing Protocol?
The Queensland Conveyancing Protocol is an Australian document with recommendations to lawyers and solicitors based in the territory of Queensland. The protocol is not legally binding but breach with its content will be regarded as an indication of bad practice in a court of law.
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History
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The current Queensland Conveyancing Protocol was implemented in 2008 following a high percentage of complaints against lawyers' and solicitors' practice of conveyancing (preparing documents for the transferring of property) in the Australian territory. The protocol was produced by the Queensland Law Society with assistance from its subsidiary, Lexon Insurance.
Content
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The protocol gives advice and suggestions about a solicitor's conduct and obligations toward his customers in connection with land conveyancing, taking into consideration the complexity of the procedure. It contains seven sub protocols with special consideration for private and commercial properties, and dividing customers into property buyers and sellers.
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Objectives
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The objectives of the protocol are to encourage confidence of the public in the legal profession through transparency of the conveyancing process and to enhance the protection of clients in Queensland.
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