The Advocate Amendment Bill 2025 is a draft bill that the Government of India has introduced, inviting public feedback. The bill seeks to update and improve the existing Advocates Act, 1961, which was introduced to regulate the legal profession, safeguard the interests of clients, and raise the professional standards of lawyers.
NEW DELHI: On February 17, 2025, the Coordination Committee of All Bar Associations of Delhi made a unanimous decision to oppose the proposed Advocate Amendment Bill 2025. The committee has called for a complete strike from judicial work on Monday, February 19, 2025, in all District Courts across Delhi.
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This action is a protest against the bill, which the committee views as unjust and biased. The association has communicated its position to lawyers, urging them to support the strike and ensure that the dignity and independence of the legal profession are protected.
The communication states, “Members are encouraged to support this effort to safeguard the dignity and independence of the legal profession.” Additionally, the association has requested judicial officers to show their support by refraining from passing any adverse orders in the cases scheduled for that day.
The Advocate Amendment Bill 2025 is a draft bill that the Government of India has introduced, inviting public feedback. The bill seeks to update and improve the existing Advocates Act, 1961, which was introduced to regulate the legal profession, safeguard the interests of clients, and raise the professional standards of lawyers.
The Advocates Act, 1961, established the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils to oversee the conduct and discipline of lawyers. The bill aims to bring the legal profession in line with modern-day needs and improve legal education, ensuring that lawyers are equipped to meet the challenges of an ever-evolving world. It also seeks to make the profession more accessible, transparent, and fair to all.
The Ministry of Law and Justice, in a press communication, explained the purpose behind the reforms. “As part of its ongoing commitment to reform, the Government has been introducing changes aimed at making the legal profession fair, transparent, and accessible to all.”
The Ministry also noted that the proposed amendments are designed to address the contemporary challenges faced by the legal profession and to meet the needs of a growing nation.
Furthermore, the Ministry mentioned, “The Department of Legal Affairs is proposing to amend the Advocates Act, 1961 to address contemporary challenges and meet the needs of a growing nation.”
These amendments are intended to align the legal profession with global best practices. The focus will be on improving legal education and enhancing the professional standards of lawyers.
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The ultimate goal, as stated by the Ministry, is “to ensure that the legal profession contributes to the creation of a just and equitable society, and developed nation.”
The Government is currently seeking feedback from the public regarding the proposed amendments as part of its public consultation process. The tabular statement comparing the existing provisions with the proposed amendments has been shared, and people are encouraged to provide their comments and suggestions.
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