The department undertakes the following functions:

• Ensuring the provision of professional, timely and objective legal services to SRC;
• Drafting legal documents, leases and contracts;
• Formulating and drafting bills and guidelines for SRC;
• Liaising with the Attorney-General’s Chambers and external lawyers on all legal matters touching on SRC;
• Undertaking research on various legal aspects and processes relating to SRC’s mandate;
• Ensuring appropriate representation of SRC in all legal matters;
• Carrying out Company Secretarial function.