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Paul K
1 reviews | Active since Jul 2012
19 Nov 2025, 19:57
Possible use of legal interns as adjudicators
I am concerned about the apparent involvement of legal interns in the adjudication process. The structure, tone, and explanations in the correspondence strongly suggest that an intern may have drafted or significantly influenced the decision.
Legal interns may assist administratively, but they cannot lawfully:
adjudicate a complaint,
make findings,
issue recommendations, or
close a case.
If interns are being used in this way, this raises serious questions regarding competence, oversight, and compliance with the Ombud Scheme Rules. I request confirmation of who adjudicated my matter, their role, and their professional qualifications.
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Replies (1)National financial ombud scheme South Africa (NFO)'s replyOfficial
21 Nov 2025, 10:34Dear Mr. Koopman
Thank you for your review.
Thank you for your review.
In line with our internal procedures, your feedback has been formally recorded and your concerns have been duly noted.
Please be advised that the matter has been escalated to the relevant manager for further attention.
Our office will provide feedback once the necessary internal review has been completed.
Our office will provide feedback once the necessary internal review has been completed.
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention.
Kind regards,
National financial ombud scheme South Africa (NFO)'s reply21 Nov 2025, 10:34
Official
Dear Mr. Koopman
Thank you for your review.
Thank you for your review.
In line with our internal procedures, your feedback has been formally recorded and your concerns have been duly noted.
Please be advised that the matter has been escalated to the relevant manager for further attention.
Our office will provide feedback once the necessary internal review has been completed.
Our office will provide feedback once the necessary internal review has been completed.
Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention.
Kind regards,
