The Ethics Committee of the Victorian Bar ("the Committee") is authorised under clause 15.1.2 of the Bar's Constitution to investigate complaints and disputes against barristers. The conduct of barristers is governed by the Legal Profession Act 2004 and the Rules of Conduct of the Victorian Bar. These documents set out the standards of behaviour expected of barristers in carrying out their professional duties.

The Committee is made up of 15 highly skilled and experienced practising barristers, whose task it is to ensure that the high standards of practice required of barristers are maintained. Members are invited to serve on the Committee by the Victorian Bar Council and do so voluntarily.

The Committee meets fortnightly and carries out its work on a strictly confidential basis.

The role of the Ethics Committee

How the Ethics Committee is appointed

What does the Ethics Committee do?

The barristers' duty to the Court and the client