Legal Practice Act, 2014 (Act No. 28 of 2014)Chapter 10 : National Forum and Transitional ProvisionsPart 1104. 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. |