1. ONE HOUR
1 PT COMPETENCY 3
ETHICS AND
PROFESSIONAL
RESPONSIBILITY
THIS SESSION WILL COVER
• How do lawyers use social media?
• What legislation is applicable to the use of social media by lawyers/firms in WA?
• Ethical guidelines in WA.
• Use of social media for advertising/networking/marketing.
• “Specialists” and “Experts”.
• Interaction with clients and third parties.
• Interaction with staff and recruitment issues.
• Use of social media for investigation and evidence gathering.
• General risk issues and risk management tips.
• Linkedin-specific issues.
• Social Media Policies in law firms.
CATHRYN URQUHART BJuris LLB is an experienced lawyer and risk management trainer who now
works as a Professional Skills Trainer and Coach.
As an active user of social media and someone who has researched this area of professional
obligations, she is well placed to deliver training on this topic.
E cathrynu@bigpond.net.au
L https://au.linkedin.com/in/cathryn-urquhart-06ba0897
ETHICS &
SOCIAL MEDIA
In today’s legal world, it’s hard to take avoid being part of social media. Whilst some firms and
practitioners choose to avoid social media and it’s risks, most are part of this world in some way. And
for many new firms and junior lawyers, it’s a natural part of their professional life. It’s not going away.
Do you know enough about your professional obligations, the ethical issues and legal risks that can
arise from using social media? Are you leaving yourself open to complaints or claims? Does your firm
have a social media policy?