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Proceedings set aside because the disciplinary committee failed to conduct the statutory inquiry and denied the defendant legal representation.
Legal profession discipline – Originating summons procedure (Form 8 v Form 10) – Rules of the Supreme Court (Order 28; acknowledgement of service) – Irregularity versus nullity – Disciplinary Committee powers under s.37 – Application of Commissions of Inquiry Act (ss.9–13) – Right to legal representation during inquiries – Admissibility/hearsay and documentary exhibits – Remedies for defective inquiry.
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