General Legal Council

Attorney Regulator · Kingston

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The General Legal Council at 78 Hagley Park Road, Kingston, is the regulator that admits and disciplines attorneys in Jamaica. It maintains the official Practising Attorneys list — the definitive public record of who is authorised to practise law in Jamaica. Always verify an attorney's standing here before signing any document. Website: generallegalcouncil.org.

Contact Information

Address: 78 Hagley Park Road, Kingston

Website: https://generallegalcouncil.org

About legal in Jamaica

Jamaica's legal system is based on English common law. The Jamaican Bar Association regulates attorneys, with major firms in New Kingston, Mandeville, and Montego Bay handling everything from corporate transactions to real-estate conveyance, immigration, and family law. Legal Aid Jamaica provides free representation for those who qualify. The Companies Office of Jamaica (COJ) handles business registration, and the Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) handles tax matters.

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