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Can a barrister be a Commissioner for Oaths?

The_Minister · 2014-04-11 15:39:38

I know every solicitor is one by default, but can a barrister become one?

11-04-2014 3:39pm

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I know every solicitor is one by default, but can a barrister become one?

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#2 11-04-2014 5:59pm

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A Commissioner for Oaths is appointed by the High Court. He can witness affidavits, etc.

Practising solicitors are not technically Commissioners for Oaths, but they can witness affidavits and statutory declarations. The solicitor needs to hold current practising certificate from the Law Society to be a practising solicitor.

Some solicitors have also been appointed Commissioners for Oaths by the High Court. Some court clerks have been appointed.

I don't know of any barristers that have been appointed as Commissioners for Oaths. I'm not sure if there is a rule preventing barristers from applying to be so appointed. I don't see why there should be.

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