For the Advocacy Day UNBA awarded almost 600 attorneys
Traditionally, before the Advocacy Day Ukrainian National Bar Association (hereinafter - UNBA) awarded the best attorneys. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, this year's award ceremony took place online, but it was no less solemn than in previous years.
"Every year on this day we hold an awards ceremony. This year is special, and such a ceremony will take place in a non-standard format. But this does not detract from the success of anyone worthy of the award. I congratulate everyone who receives a symbolic recognition of successes and achievements from the National Association. I hope this motivates everyone to improve themselves and become better," - the Head of UNBA, Bar Council of Ukraine (hereinafter - BCU), Lydia Izovitova said by congratulating colleagues on their professional fest.
This year's awards were given to 578 attorneys who made a significant personal contribution to the development of the Bar, helped to establish the prestige of advocacy and to increase the prestige of the Bar of Ukraine, demonstrated high professional and moral qualities.
In particular, 333 attorneys were awarded with the gratitude of the UNBA, 88 attorneys received the badge of the UNBA "Outstanding Advocate of Ukraine" and 157 attorneys were granted with the honorary award of the UNBA. The awards were received by attorneys from all regions of Ukraine.
Addressing her colleagues, the Head of UNBA, BCU Lydia Izovitova expressed her gratitude to all attorneys for their principled position in protecting the rights and guarantees of citizens.
"This year was difficult. But when was it easy for attorneys? We have always known that the authorities do not like us, that we are somewhere in opposition. We have always known that defending rights is a difficult task. And we have dedicated ourselves to the life, health, honor and reputation of our institution, our attorneys and each of our clients. We worry less about our own affairs. Every time we think how we can help. This is our mission!" Lydia Izovitova said.
Popular news
Interaction
The UNBA is developing a concept for a Center for expert research
The Ukrainian National Bar Association has begun work on a concept for a Center for expert research, which is intended to provide advocates and their clients with access to specialized knowledge and the ability to have expert opinions professionally reviewed.
Guarantees of the practice of law
Ombudsman calls for a firm response to violence against advocates
Every instance of obstruction of an advocate’s lawful activities, use of physical force, delaying an investigation, or concealment of evidence must be subject to a proper legal assessment. The state is obligated to ensure that the right to a defense is a genuine guarantee.
Greetings
The UNBA congratulates Denis Maslov on his appointment as Minister of Justice
Denis Maslov’s many years of experience as a advocate, his work as a judge and his tenure as chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine’s Committee on legal policy have given him a deep understanding of how the legal system functions and the challenges it faces.
Legislation
The Verkhovna Rada explained why the section on advocacy should be removed from the anti-corruption strategy
The section on advocacy and legal aid in the draft anti-corruption strategy for 2026–2030 goes beyond the scope of anti-corruption policy and is inconsistent with the constitutional guarantees of the independence of the legal profession.
Announcements
Advocates are invited to the III UAA Arbitration Academy 2026
The UNBA, at the initiative of the Committee on alternative dispute resolution, invites advocates, lawyers, students, judges, government officials and anyone interested in international arbitration to participate in the III UAA Arbitration Academy 2026.
Educational events
How can an advocate recharge if fatigue persists after the weekend?
Fatigue resulting from prolonged stress does not always go away after sleep, a weekend, or a vacation. In situations of chronic stress, it is important for advocates not only to «take a break» but also to understand exactly which resource has been depleted and what type of rest is needed.
Discussion
Complaints, time limits and prosecutorial powers: what gaps in the CPC do advocates see?
During the pretrial investigation stage, the effectiveness of the defense depends to a large extent on the proper implementation of procedural safeguards: the timely consideration of complaints, the advocate’s access to information regarding the progress of the proceedings and so on.
Guarantees of the practice of law
The NACP’s clarification regarding the declaration of membership in the UNBA should be clarified – BCU
An advocate’s membership in the UNBA is an element of professional status arising by virtue of law, rather than a voluntary private membership in an association. Therefore, failure to disclose it in a declaration should not automatically lead to the conclusion of unethical conduct or the concealment of a private interest.
Publications
Volodymyr Matsko Extradition during wartime: when the risks outweigh the request
Volodymyr Matsko Extradition as a systemic form of rights violations
Victoria Yakusha, Law and Business The anti-corruption vertical cannot «take care» of the Bar as an institution, - acting head of the HQDCB
Censor.net Protecting advocates – protecting justice: addressing concerns about the new law
Ihor Kolesnykov A BRIEF SUMMARY REGARDING THE APPLICATION OF THE ORDER ON EXTENDED CONFISCATION IN LATVIA REGARDING FINANCIAL ASSETS OF…
Valentyn Gvozdiy WORKING IN A WAR ZONE
Lydia Izovitova Formula of perfection
Sergiy Vylkov Our judicial system is so built that courts do not trust advocates
