Lawyer faffs now and again over failing framework (11)

I believe the answer is:

scaffolding

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'framework' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

I can't explain the remainder of the clue.

(Other definitions for scaffolding that I've seen before include "will this hold builders up?" , "Temporary structure for builders, painters etc" , "Platform for builders" , "Tubular structure erected round building" , "Arrangement of piping" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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