Legal changes could jeopardize independence of Malaysian bar
There is a grave concern over a number of the proposed amendments to the Malaysian Legal Profession Act 1976 (LPA), which certainly would have the effect of severely undermining the independence of the Malaysian bar and the Bar Council and, consequently, the independence of the legal profession generally in Malaysia. As such, the proposed amendments appear to […]
Legal changes could jeopardize independence of Malaysian bar
There is a grave concern over a number of the proposed amendments to the Malaysian Legal Profession Act 1976 (LPA), which certainly would have the effect of severely undermining the independence of the Malaysian bar and the Bar Council and, consequently, the independence of the legal profession generally in Malaysia. As such, the proposed amendments appear to […]
ICJ calls on Maldives to lift suspension of lawyers and “to respect the independence of the legal profession”
The ICJ calls on Maldives to lift suspension of lawyers and “to respect the independence of the legal profession”. They thereby refer to the UN Basic Principles. UN Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers state that lawyers “are entitled to freedom of expression, which includes, among others, the right to take part in public […]
ICJ calls on Maldives to lift suspension of lawyers and “to respect the independence of the legal profession”
The ICJ calls on Maldives to lift suspension of lawyers and “to respect the independence of the legal profession”. They thereby refer to the UN Basic Principles. UN Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers state that lawyers “are entitled to freedom of expression, which includes, among others, the right to take part in public […]
Tanzania: UK Lawyers Say Independent Probe Needed in Lissu Attack
Lawyers in the UK want Tanzania to allow an independent inquiry into the gun attack on Tanganyika Law Society (TLS) president and Singida East Member of Parliament Tundu Lissu. In a letter sent to State House, the Bar Council and the Bar Human Rights Committee have also requested the Tanzanian government to drop sedition charges […]
Tanzania: UK Lawyers Say Independent Probe Needed in Lissu Attack
Lawyers in the UK want Tanzania to allow an independent inquiry into the gun attack on Tanganyika Law Society (TLS) president and Singida East Member of Parliament Tundu Lissu. In a letter sent to State House, the Bar Council and the Bar Human Rights Committee have also requested the Tanzanian government to drop sedition charges […]
MALDIVES: RESCIND THE SUMMARY SUSPENSION OF 56 LAWYERS CALLING FOR JUDICIAL REFORM
Transparency International is joining with the Maldivian Democracy Network, the International Commission of Jurists, Front Line Defenders and Forum-Asia to call on the Supreme Court of Maldives to rescind the indefinite suspension of all 56 lawyers who signed a petition to the Supreme Court calling for the independence and reform of the judiciary. The suspension is […]
MALDIVES: RESCIND THE SUMMARY SUSPENSION OF 56 LAWYERS CALLING FOR JUDICIAL REFORM
Transparency International is joining with the Maldivian Democracy Network, the International Commission of Jurists, Front Line Defenders and Forum-Asia to call on the Supreme Court of Maldives to rescind the indefinite suspension of all 56 lawyers who signed a petition to the Supreme Court calling for the independence and reform of the judiciary. The suspension is […]
Iraq: Lawyers Arrested for Work in ISIS Courts
Iraqi authorities have issued arrest warrants for at least 15 private lawyers on charges of Islamic State affiliation for their past work in ISIS courts, Human Rights Watch said. Lawyers should not be prosecuted for doing their job as lawyer, nor should the authorities associate them with their clients’ cause simply because they represented them. […]
Iraq: Lawyers Arrested for Work in ISIS Courts
Iraqi authorities have issued arrest warrants for at least 15 private lawyers on charges of Islamic State affiliation for their past work in ISIS courts, Human Rights Watch said. Lawyers should not be prosecuted for doing their job as lawyer, nor should the authorities associate them with their clients’ cause simply because they represented them. […]
Stop intimidating human right lawyers – Joint Action Group for Gender Equality
The Joint Action Group for Gender Equality (JAG) urges the Attorney General’s Chamber to drop the charge of “obstructing a public servant” against human rights lawyer Siti Kasim. JAG urges the authorities to repeal all discriminatory laws and policies and to ensure Malaysia complies with international human rights law and standards.The charge against Siti Kasim violates […]
Stop intimidating human right lawyers – Joint Action Group for Gender Equality
The Joint Action Group for Gender Equality (JAG) urges the Attorney General’s Chamber to drop the charge of “obstructing a public servant” against human rights lawyer Siti Kasim. JAG urges the authorities to repeal all discriminatory laws and policies and to ensure Malaysia complies with international human rights law and standards.The charge against Siti Kasim violates […]
M’sian Bar tells authorities to allow lawyers to perform their duties without intimidation
The Malaysian Bar urges authorities to let lawyers discharge their professional duties without hindrance. The charge against Siti Kasim, Varughese added, was contravening to Principle 16 of the United Nations Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers.
M’sian Bar tells authorities to allow lawyers to perform their duties without intimidation
The Malaysian Bar urges authorities to let lawyers discharge their professional duties without hindrance. The charge against Siti Kasim, Varughese added, was contravening to Principle 16 of the United Nations Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers.
Pakistan: Investigate Assault on Lawyers
Pakistani authorities need to ensure a prompt, impartial, and effective investigation into a barrage of assaults and threats against lawyers in the premises of the Lahore High Court, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ), Human Rights Watch, and Amnesty International said. Under international standards, including the UN Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers, Pakistan has […]
Pakistan: Investigate Assault on Lawyers
Pakistani authorities need to ensure a prompt, impartial, and effective investigation into a barrage of assaults and threats against lawyers in the premises of the Lahore High Court, the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ), Human Rights Watch, and Amnesty International said. Under international standards, including the UN Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers, Pakistan has […]
