Question 1 of 10

Louise is a tenant in Price Chambers. She receives a brief in her name, from Instructing Solicitors, to represent Speedy MacChicken, a fast food chain, which is being sued over unpaid invoices for the supply of chickens to its restaurants. Speedy MacChicken has a reputation for having poor animal welfare standards and buying chickens which have been reared in cramped, unhygienic conditions.Louise is a life-long vegan. She has read in the press about Speedy MacChicken and disapproves of their conduct and reputation. She is keen not to represent them for this reason. Is Louise entitled to refuse to accept the brief on this basis? Assume that she is suitably experienced to take on the case and a proper fee has been agreed.