This document discusses professional undertakings for advocates. It begins by defining what an undertaking is, noting it is a promise to do or refrain from doing some act. Undertakings alleviate delays, foster public confidence, and protect parties. The rationale is to equip parties in legal transactions. The document outlines principles for undertakings, including that they must be in writing, obtain client authority, ensure control over fulfillment, and exercise diligence. Advocates must be clear if not taking personal responsibility. Precedents also require undertakings be unambiguous and without conditions. The document presents four scenarios of undertakings: those with personal responsibility, on behalf of clients, by employees, and by partners