CASTRIES, St Lucia — 9 Lawyers Face Disciplinary Review as the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court prepares to consider recommendations that could result in suspension from legal practice or removal from the Roll of Attorneys.
The disciplinary matters stem from complaints assessed by the Disciplinary Committee of the Bar Association of St Lucia and were formally placed before the court following publication in the Saint Lucia Government Gazette dated Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. The hearings are scheduled for Feb. 13 before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court and mark the first time cases have advanced to the court stage under the Bar Association’s disciplinary framework adopted in 2024.
The attorneys named in the Gazette notices are Alfred Alcide, Camillus Wayne Harrow, Cyprian Lansiquot, Eva St. Helene, Jeannot Walters, Marius Wilson, Martinus Francois, Danny Francis, and Sandy John.
Under St Lucia’s legal regime, disciplinary proceedings originate from formal complaints lodged by clients arising out of the lawyer client relationship. Such complaints are first examined by the Disciplinary Committee, which determines whether there is a case to answer based on the alleged conduct.
Where the committee concludes that the allegations, if proven, could warrant sanctions beyond its authority, including suspension or disbarment, the matter is referred to the Supreme Court for determination. The committee itself does not possess the power to suspend or remove attorneys from the Roll.
The Bar Association has previously underscored that authority to impose such sanctions rests solely with the court. The publication of the Gazette notices signals a formal request for judicial consideration of penalties that fall outside the committee’s remit.
No findings have been made against any of the attorneys listed. The notices do not imply guilt or wrongdoing, and all matters remain subject to full judicial review in accordance with due process.
The Feb. 13 hearing is expected to attract close attention within legal and public circles, marking a significant step in the operational enforcement of professional accountability within St Lucia’s legal profession.
