“The Remuneration Order 2023 serves as a pivotal tool for ensuring fair compensation for Lawyers; Afam Osigwe, SAN advocates at the NBA Abakaliki Law Week”
At the Nigerian Bar Association Abakaliki Branch (Salt Bar) Law Week, Afam Osigwe, SAN, graced the occasion with his insightful speech on “The Benefits of Complying with the Remuneration Order 2023.” As chairman of the NBA Remuneration Committee, Osigwe’s expertise undoubtedly shed light on the significance of adhering to this crucial regulatory framework.
In his address, Osigwe elucidated the myriad advantages that come with complying with the Remuneration Order 2023. This order serves as a pivotal tool for ensuring fair compensation and transparency within the legal profession, setting forth guidelines and standards for fee structures and billing practices.
Osigwe underscored the importance of compliance with the Remuneration Order in promoting a level playing field among legal practitioners. By adhering to the prescribed fee schedules and ethical guidelines outlined in the order, lawyers can foster a more equitable and competitive environment, wherein clients are assured of receiving fair and transparent pricing for legal services.
He also highlighted the reputational benefits that come with complying with the Remuneration Order. Upholding ethical standards and fair remuneration not only enhances the credibility and integrity of individual practitioners but also bolsters the overall reputation of the legal profession as a whole. Clients are more likely to trust and seek out lawyers who operate with transparency and integrity in their billing practices.
He also spoke on the role of compliance with the Remuneration Order in fostering trust and confidence between lawyers and their clients. By providing clear and transparent fee structures, legal practitioners can mitigate misunderstandings and disputes, thereby fostering stronger and more positive relationships with their clients.
Osigwe’s speech at the NBA Abakaliki Branch Law Week serves as a compelling call to action for legal practitioners to embrace the benefits of complying with the Remuneration Order 2023. By adhering to ethical standards and promoting fair remuneration, lawyers can not only enhance their professional standing but also contribute to the overall integrity and reputation of the legal profession.
