The Latest Breaking News from the Bar Council

Letter: Responding to an article on fake case-law citations in court, Lawrence Akka KC writes that the public is entitled to the highest standards of integrity

A press statement issued in this regard stated that the document is intended to mislead the public and members of the legal profession. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Bar Council says ‘sticking plaster’ justice policies are no longer enough

Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh hosts 3-day legal orientation program at KL Deemed University to enhance advocate skills. Apply by June 10.

Dozens of lawyers and MP sign letter attacking club as ‘a symbol of exclusivity, a bastion of power maintained by the privileged few’

Membership of exclusive clubs can be ‘unfair advantage’ for some lawyers seeking to move into judiciary, says barristers’ body

BCTNP suspends two advocates booked in murder cases, two more for entering court hall inebriated, breaking window panes and threatening court staff. It also holds disciplinary proceedings against four more for various offences and revokes suspension of one advocate.

Chennai HC Chief Justice administers oath to two new judges, increasing strength to 65. Advocate General introduces them, highlighting their humble beginnings and successful careers. He also expresses pleasure of having worked with them and looks forward to being on the other side of the Bench.

In today’s newsletter: They have been castigated as ‘enemies of the people’ and derided as ‘lefty lawyers’ – but shouldn’t it be the hallmark of a healthy democracy for lawyers to challenge government policy?