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Hans India
2 days ago
- Hans India
Bar body cautions against ads by lawyers on social media
New Delhi: The Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) has issued a 'notice of caution' against lawyers advertising legal services on social media. 'Many lawyers are indulging in posting contents and videos to solicit work by way of advertisement either directly or indirectly through circulars advertising personal interactions, interviews, producing their photographs to publish in connection with the cases, etc.,' read the BCD notice issued on August 4. The council wants lawyers to refrain from unethical canvassing, infringing upon professional ethics and the dignity of legal practice. 'In the age of internet and digital media, there has been a steep rise in the self-styled legal influencers, which has in fact compounded the issue,' the notice signed by the council chairman Surya Prakash Khatri said. The BCD also expressed serious concerns about 'the rapid growth of legal influencers' who did not possess appropriate credentials and spread 'misinformation on critical legal issues'. The notice said such activities were prohibited under Section 36 of the Bar Council of India rules. The section titled 'Standards of professional conduct and etiquette to be observed by advocates', prohibits lawyers from soliciting work or advertising, directly or indirectly, to ensure that the legal profession remains an honourable service. 'Any violation of the aforesaid rule amounts to serious misconduct and an Advocate can be held guilty to be proceeded against under section 35 (disciplinary proceedings against advocates for professional or other misconduct) of the Advocates Act, which can lead to suspension or cancellation of the licence to practice as an Advocate. 'All such advocates who are active on social media in this regard, as mentioned above, may remove their contents, or otherwise action shall be initiated on individual cases under section 35 of the Advocates Act,' the notice added.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Time of India
Bar body cautions against advertising by lawyers on social media
NEW DELHI: The Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) has issued a "notice of caution" against lawyers advertising legal services on social media. "Many lawyers are indulging in posting contents and videos to solicit work by way of advertisement either directly or indirectly through circulars advertising personal interactions, interviews, producing their photographs to publish in connection with the cases, etc. ," read the BCD notice issued on August 4. The council wants lawyers to refrain from unethical canvassing, infringing upon professional ethics and the dignity of legal practice. "In the age of internet and digital media, there has been a steep rise in the self-styled legal influencers, which has in fact compounded the issue," the notice signed by the council chairman Surya Prakash Khatri said. The BCD also expressed serious concerns about "the rapid growth of legal influencers" who did not possess appropriate credentials and spread "misinformation on critical legal issues". The notice said such activities were prohibited under Section 36 of the Bar Council of India rules. The section titled "Standards of professional conduct and etiquette to be observed by advocates", prohibits lawyers from soliciting work or advertising, directly or indirectly, to ensure that the legal profession remains an honourable service. "Any violation of the aforesaid rule amounts to serious misconduct and an Advocate can be held guilty to be proceeded against under section 35 (disciplinary proceedings against advocates for professional or other misconduct) of the Advocates Act, which can lead to suspension or cancellation of the licence to practice as an Advocate. "All such advocates who are active on social media in this regard, as mentioned above, may remove their contents, or otherwise action shall be initiated on individual cases under section 35 of the Advocates Act," the notice added.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Bar body cautions against advertising by lawyers on social media
New Delhi, The Bar Council of Delhi has issued a "notice of caution" against lawyers advertising legal services on social media. Bar body cautions against advertising by lawyers on social media "Many lawyers are indulging in posting contents and videos to solicit work by way of advertisement either directly or indirectly through circulars advertising personal interactions, interviews, producing their photographs to publish in connection with the cases, etc.," read the BCD notice issued on August 4. The council wants lawyers to refrain from unethical canvassing, infringing upon professional ethics and the dignity of legal practice. "In the age of internet and digital media, there has been a steep rise in the self-styled legal influencers, which has in fact compounded the issue," the notice signed by the council chairman Surya Prakash Khatri said. The BCD also expressed serious concerns about "the rapid growth of legal influencers" who did not possess appropriate credentials and spread "misinformation on critical legal issues". The notice said such activities were prohibited under Section 36 of the Bar Council of India rules. The section titled "Standards of professional conduct and etiquette to be observed by advocates", prohibits lawyers from soliciting work or advertising, directly or indirectly, to ensure that the legal profession remains an honourable service. "Any violation of the aforesaid rule amounts to serious misconduct and an Advocate can be held guilty to be proceeded against under section 35 of the Advocates Act, which can lead to suspension or cancellation of the licence to practice as an Advocate. "All such advocates who are active on social media in this regard, as mentioned above, may remove their contents, or otherwise action shall be initiated on individual cases under section 35 of the Advocates Act," the notice added. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
3 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Bar body cautions against advertising by lawyers on social media
New Delhi, Aug 7 (PTI) The Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) has issued a 'notice of caution" against lawyers advertising legal services on social media. 'Many lawyers are indulging in posting contents and videos to solicit work by way of advertisement either directly or indirectly through circulars advertising personal interactions, interviews, producing their photographs to publish in connection with the cases, etc.," read the BCD notice issued on August 4. The council wants lawyers to refrain from unethical canvassing, infringing upon professional ethics and the dignity of legal practice. 'In the age of internet and digital media, there has been a steep rise in the self-styled legal influencers, which has in fact compounded the issue," the notice signed by the council chairman Surya Prakash Khatri said. The BCD also expressed serious concerns about 'the rapid growth of legal influencers" who did not possess appropriate credentials and spread 'misinformation on critical legal issues". The notice said such activities were prohibited under Section 36 of the Bar Council of India rules. The section titled 'Standards of professional conduct and etiquette to be observed by advocates", prohibits lawyers from soliciting work or advertising, directly or indirectly, to ensure that the legal profession remains an honourable service. 'Any violation of the aforesaid rule amounts to serious misconduct and an Advocate can be held guilty to be proceeded against under section 35 (disciplinary proceedings against advocates for professional or other misconduct) of the Advocates Act, which can lead to suspension or cancellation of the licence to practice as an Advocate. 'All such advocates who are active on social media in this regard, as mentioned above, may remove their contents, or otherwise action shall be initiated on individual cases under section 35 of the Advocates Act," the notice added. PTI MNR AMK AMK view comments First Published: August 07, 2025, 14:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
United News of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- United News of India
BCD warns advocates against online, YouTube solicitation
New Delhi, Aug 6 (UNI) The Bar Council of Delhi has issued a stern notice cautioning advocates against advertising or soliciting legal work through social media platforms. The regulatory body has flagged the increasing trend of lawyers and self-proclaimed 'legal influencers' posting promotional videos, client interactions, and other content online, which it deemed unethical and in violation of Rule 36 of the Bar Council of India Rules. While issuing a notice, BCD Chairman Surya Prakash Khatri emphasised the seriousness of the matter and stated that such conduct undermines the dignity and sanctity of the legal profession and poses a risk of spreading misinformation, particularly when done by individuals who lack proper legal qualifications or licensing. The Council's notice directs all advocates currently engaged in such activities to take down their content with immediate effect. Failure to comply, it warned, could invite disciplinary action under Section 35 of the Advocates Act, 1961, including suspension or cancellation of their license to practice law. The Bar Council reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the ethical standards of the legal profession and cautioned members of the Bar to refrain from indulging in direct or indirect forms of advertisement or self-promotion that could erode public trust in the legal system. UNI SNG SS 'What is legal and constitutional is moral': Justice Abhay Oka's powerful call for judicial integrity and constitutional morality 06 Aug 2025 | 11:24 PM By Sangeeta Sharma New Delhi, Aug 6 (UNI) 'Traditional morality is shaped by popular opinion. But judges are bound only by the Constitution.' In a thought-provoking keynote address that struck at the heart of judicial ethics, Justice Abhay S. Oka, former judge of the Supreme Court of India, delivered a scathing and insightful critique of the misuse of personal moral convictions in legal decision-making. see more.. 'One human pulling another is inhuman': Supreme Court bans hand-pulled rickshaws in Matheran 06 Aug 2025 | 11:08 PM New Delhi, Aug 6 (UNI) In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court today condemned the continued use of hand-pulled rickshaws, calling the practice inhuman and violative of the right to dignity guaranteed by the Constitution. The Court held that such manual labor, which involves a human being pulling another, must be abolished immediately, especially after 78 years of Independence and 75 years of the Constitution. see more.. PM Modi expected to visit China for SCO Summit, in another thaw in bilateral ties 06 Aug 2025 | 10:12 PM New Delhi, Aug 6 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to visit China to attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, to be held in Tianjin, from August 31 to September 1. see more.. 06 Aug 2025 | 8:58 PM New Delhi, Aug 6 (UNI) As US President Donald Trump imposed an additional 25 percent tariff on India, taking the total to a high of 50 percent, India termed the move as unfair, unjustified and unreasonable, and reiterated that it will take all actions necessary to protect its national interest. see more.. 06 Aug 2025 | 8:47 PM New Delhi, Aug 6 (UNI) India and Russia today reaffirmed their Strategic Partnership and shared commitment to deepen bilateral industrial and economic cooperation. see more..
