The Member was engaged to complete a Law Society Trust Report – Accountant’s Report for two reporting periods. The Report requires that all exceptions should be noted within the Report. The Member also did not identify and report numerous exceptions.
The Investigation Committee determined the Member contravened the CPABC Code of Professional Conduct as follows:
201.1 – Maintenance of the good reputation of the profession
202.1– Integrity and due care
205 – False or misleading documents and oral statements
The Committee recommended the Member:
- Accept a reprimand
- Pay expenses of $1600
- Must not complete a Law Society Trust Report – Accountant’s Report until the Member attends the CPABC seminar Law Society, Real Estate Council and Other Specified Procedures Reports.