The Member met with a potential client and engaged in the practice of law by offering or providing services in relation to the incorporation of a business in Canada. The Member is not authorized to practice law. The Member sent an invoice for these legal services to the potential client that was issued by a non-CPA firm that is owned by the Member’s spouse.
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
213 - Unlawful Activity
408.1 - Association with non-registrant in public practice
The Investigation Committee recommended the Member:
- Accept a reprimand; and
- Pay expenses of $1,265.