Venezuela: Lawyers’ freedom of expression and association

Venezuela: Lawyers’ freedom of expression and association

Like other citizens, lawyers are entitled to enjoyment of their rights to freedom of expression, belief, association and assembly. These fundamental freedoms acquire specific importance in the case of persons involved in the administration of justice. The UN Basic...
Venezuela: Lawyers’ freedom of expression and association

Venezuela: Non-interference with the work of individual lawyers

Lawyers shall at all times maintain the honour and dignity of their profession. Their duties, as set out in the UN Basic Principles on the Role of Lawyers, include advising clients on their rights and obligations and the working of the legal system insofar relevant to...
Venezuela: Lawyers’ freedom of expression and association

Venezuela: Independence of the legal profession

In order for legal assistance to be effective, it must be carried out independently.{{1}} To this end, international law establishes safeguards aimed at ensuring the independence of the individual lawyer, as well as the profession as a whole.  The UN Basic Principles...
Venezuela: Lawyers’ freedom of expression and association

Venezuela: Access to the legal profession

Every person who has the necessary qualifications and integrity should be allowed to practice as a lawyer. No discrimination is permitted on grounds of race, colour, sex, ethnic origin, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth,...
Venezuela: Lawyers’ freedom of expression and association

Venezuela: Legal recognition of the role of lawyers

The role of lawyers should be recognized in the Constitution and other national laws, including as an essential element of the right to a fair trial.{{1}}   In Venezuela, the Constitution classifies lawyers as part of the “System of Justice”,{{2}} and enshrines...
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