Uzbekistan
Constitutional Court Upholds Lawyers' Right to Serve State Bodies
The Constitutional Court of Uzbekistan has affirmed the legality of lawyers providing contractual legal services to state bodies, emphasizing that such arrangements do not infringe upon individuals' rights to qualified legal assistance. This decision clarifies that these contractual relationships are governed by civil law and do not constitute civil service. The ruling underscores the court's commitment to upholding constitutional principles and ensuring equal access to legal services for all entities.