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Kelowna lawyer under investigation for allegedly coaching client under oath

The Law Society of B.C. is investigating Mark Koochin from Porter Ramsay for allegations of coaching, counselling
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A Kelowna lawyer is currently being investigated for allegations of coaching or counselling a client, while they were under oath.

The Law Society of B.C. is investigating an allegation that Mark Koochin coached or counselled Jeffrey Maclean while he was on a break during cross-examination for discovery.

During a process called discovery, which takes place before a trial, Jeffrey Maclean was being cross-examined by Crown lawyer Michael Patterson.

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Jacqueline Gelineau

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