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Legal Practice Act, 2014 (Act No. 28 of 2014)

Chapter 10 : National Forum and Transitional Provisions

Part 1

104. Vacancies in National Forum and filling thereof

 

(1) A vacancy in the National Forum occurs when—
(a) a member dies;
(b) a member terminates office in terms of section 102;
(c) a member is removed from office in terms of section 103; or
(d) a member’s resignation takes effect.

 

(2) A vacancy must be filled as soon as practicably possible in accordance with the provisions of section 96.

 

(3) Any person appointed to fill a vacancy holds office for the unexpired portion of the term of the vacating member.

 

(4) No decision taken by the National Forum or act performed under the authority of the National Forum is invalid merely by reason of a vacancy on the National Forum, if the decision was taken or the act was authorised, subject to sections 106 and 107.