Problem
Restrictive legal practices
Other Names:
Restrictive practices in the courtsProtectionism in legal services
Nature:
Licensing regulations in both developed and developing countries severely limit the areas in which non-nationals may practice law. By and large, foreign law firms are, in these cases, only permitted to provide advice on their respective national law or on multinational aspects of the law. Appearances in court proceedings are generally still excluded. Furthermore, an elaborate screening and reviewing process can make it difficult to obtain work permits. In a number of countries, citizenship of the country is required for inscription on the professional register, which is necessary in order to practice.
Broader Problems:
Outmoded legal systemsRestrictive professional practices Narrower Problems:
Lack of legal standingUnnecessary verbosity of legal documentsDiscrimination against women in the legal professionEconomic barriers to access to the legal profession, the judiciary and jury membership Related Problems:
Inequality before the lawUnethical practices in the legal systemProtectionism in the services industries Aggravates:
Ineffective legal professionLack of professional standards of lawyersClosed channels of dialogue with the judiciaryObstruction of international criminal investigations Subject(s):
Commerce → Conditions of tradeLaw → Legality
Law → Tribunals, courts
Social Activity → Services
Societal Problems → Restrictions
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
D: Detailed problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST