Congratulations on the Day of the Advocate of the Republic of Moldova
Dear advocates of the Republic of Moldova!
On behalf of the entire legal community of Ukraine, please accept our sincere congratulations on the Day of the Advocate of the Republic of Moldova.
This holiday is a recognition of the high mission of advocates — to protect human rights, uphold the rule of law, and establish justice. Your daily work is extremely important for society, because people's trust in justice depends on your professionalism, integrity, and dedication.
The Ukrainian and Moldovan advocacy are united by common values and the desire to uphold democratic standards in the legal sphere. We highly value the partnership between our institutions.
A representative of the Ukrainian National Bar Association has been working in the Republic of Moldova on a permanent basis for many years, and our joint events have already become a tradition. We are convinced that further cooperation will contribute to the strengthening of the profession of advocate in both countries.
We wish you dignity in overcoming all challenges on the path to defending the independence of the profession and bar self-government, as well as professional success and new achievements in the noble cause of protecting human rights and freedoms. May the respect of society and the gratitude of your clients always accompany your activities.
Sincerely
The President of the Ukrainian National Bar Association, Bar Council of Ukraine Lidiya Izovitova
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Discussion
Occupational safety during wartime: legal risks and employer liability
On October 21, the National Bar Association of Ukraine held a round table discussion on «Occupational safety in conditions of martial law». Participants discussed how the war has changed the requirements for safe working conditions, what guarantees remain for employees, and what responsibility employers bear for violations of legislation in this area.
Self-government
BCU condemned information attacks on advocacy
Bar Council of Ukraine strongly condemned the coordinated campaign to discredit advocacy, in particular the leadership of the Odessa region bar association. Protecting colleagues from manipulation and misrepresentation became a separate item on the agenda of the BCU meeting on October 17–18.
Self-government
Approaches to remuneration of advocates in the FLA system must change – L. Izovitova
Payments to advocates in the free legal aid system are made after court proceedings are completed and can take years. During this time, advocates provide protection without payment, essentially lending money to the state. This practice contradicts Article 43 of the Constitution.
Self-government
The BCU holds its October meeting in Lviv region
The Bar Council of Ukraine is starting its next two-day meeting today, 17 October. Items on the agenda include issues relating to the activities of bar self-government bodies, the implementation of the institution's tasks and interaction, and the consideration of requests for clarification.
Interaction
Advocates discussed possible areas of cooperation with the business ombudsman
Protecting the legitimate interests of businesses is a common area of work for advocacy and the Business Ombudsman Council. The former is an independent constitutional institution within the justice system, while the latter is an important element of the mechanism for responding to complaints from entrepreneurs.
Self-government
The BCU's decision regarding Maselko's actions does not constitute pressure on him — conclusion of the HCJ
The High Council of Justice did not find any signs of pressure on this member of the High Council of Justice in the decision of the Bar Council of Ukraine No. 82 of 12 August 2025 on Roman Maselko's interference in the practice of law. The BCU document was adopted within the scope of its powers and was not intended to influence the activities of a member of the HCJ.
Legislation
UNBA supported the draft law on restoring sovereignty
The Ukrainian people alone have the right to form state authorities. Delegating powers to form authorities to persons who are not citizens of Ukraine is contrary to the provisions of the Constitution.
Abroad
AI is replacing advocates — is there a real threat to the profession?
Artificial intelligence is entering courtrooms. For those who represent themselves, it has already become a benchmark in procedures and an assistant in forming legal positions. At the same time, for advocates, this is a new era in which AI provides preliminary analysis, searches for case law, and structures materials.
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