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Lawyers and judicial independence at risk in Colombia

We’re concerned about the recent threats received by a Colombian lawyer and his legal team.

Belarus lawyers prevented from carrying out their professional duties

We've written to the president of Belarus about threats to the independence of the legal profession and access to justice after the presidential elections.

Urgent appeal on detained Turkish lawyers

We have written an urgent appeal over the detention of Turkish lawyers and the conditions in which they are being held.

National security law in Hong Kong

The recent passing of the National Security Law in Hong Kong undermines the rule of law, we have said in an intervention letter.

Pakistan human rights defender disappearance

We are gravely concerned about the presumed enforced disappearance of a human rights defender in Pakistan.

Concern over Polish judge’s immunity

We're concerned about the National Prosecution Office in Poland's motion to waive a judge's immunity.

Investigation of Turkish bar associations

We’re concerned that the Ankara Prosecutor’s office has launched a criminal investigation against the Ankara Bar Association.

Imprisoned Turkish lawyers at risk of coronavirus

We have concerns over the risk of lawyers imprisoned in Turkey contracting Covid-19 while in custody.

Arrest of 10 Turkish lawyers

We've asked the Turkish authorities to stop all intimidation and harassment, including arbitrary arrest and detention, against members of the legal profession.

Charges against Egyptian lawyer and human rights defender

We've asked the Egyptian authorities to withdraw charges against a lawyer and human rights defender in Egypt.

Concern over waiving of Polish judge’s immunity

We've asked the Polish authorities to withdraw the motion filed to waive the immunity of Judge Tuleya.

Detained Egyptian parliamentarian and lawyer

The Law Society has published an intervention letter concerning a detained Egyptian parliamentarian and lawyer.

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