Law Society of Zimbabwe
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| Formation | 1981 |
|---|---|
| Type | Professional organisation |
| Headquarters | Harare, Zimbabwe |
Region served | Zimbabwe |
President | Lison Ncube |
Vice President | Rachel Chibaya |
The Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) is an association mandated with registering lawyers and regulating how lawyers and law firms operate in Zimbabwe. The LSZ is dedicated to effectively and efficiently representing and regulating the legal profession to promote the sustainable development of the legal profession, the observance of the rule of law, and foster public trust and confidence in the justice system.
The Law Society of Zimbabwe was established in 1981. Its membership is drawn from all registered legal practitioners in Zimbabwe in private practice, commerce and civil service.
- Regulate the solicitors' profession in respect of continuing training, discipline and trust accounts
- Promote justice, defend human rights, rule of law and the independence of the judiciary system
- To contribute, undertake or make recommendations on legal training
- Represent the solicitors' profession and articulate its views on various issues
- Control of admission of new members to the solicitors' profession
- To curb corruption in the legal system