March 07, 2022

Europe's Bar Associations Condemn Russia's Actions But Urge Caution On Clients - Law.com International

International Bar Association

In word and in deed, bar associations in Europe are joining the resistance to the invasion of Ukraine—condemning the Russian government’s actions and offering donations, coordination, and practical advice to support the Ukrainian people and the country’s lawyers.

But like their law-firm members, the bar associations are also steering a course through a complicated landscape: strongly rejecting any violation of international law, but mindful that lawyers have ethical obligations to Russia-related clients who came to them in good faith and on lawful terms.

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