Ramaphosa Appoints Judge Siraj Desai as Legal Services Ombud

December 22, 2020

Faizel Patel – 22/12/2020

President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed recently retired Justice Sirajudien Desai as the Legal Services Ombud.

In terms of the Legal Practice Act, Judge Desai is empowered to investigate complaints, alleged maladministration and actions which may affect the integrity of the legal the profession, among others.

Following discussions with Justice and Correctional Services Minister Ronald Lamola, Ramaphosa says he appointed Justice Desai to advance and safeguard the integrity of the legal profession in the country.

“Judge Desai has devoted the greater part of his life to serving the nation as a judge and I am confident he will take the legal profession to new heights by ensuring that those in the profession meet the ethical standards required in a legal system that serves all South Africans with fairness and dignity within the rule of law.”

The appointment of Judge Desai is with effect from 16 December 2020 for a term of seven years.

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