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What does the Justice Policy Statement mean to you?
Justice Minister Annelies Verlinden has presented plans to improve our justice system. The focus is on three main issues: making the justice system easier to access for all, creating more security and making detention policy more humane.
What does the federal coalition agreement mean for the legal profession and law-seeking citizens?
On 31 January 2025, the Federal Government Agreement was published. This comprehensive 200-page document outlines the policy plans for the 2025-2029 coalition period and contains reforms within various areas of competence, including justice. Advocaat.be thoroughly analysed the agreement and reacted with a note on the proposals that have an impact on the legal profession and on the legal protection of citizens.
Advertising as a lawyer: what is allowed and what is not?
Since 1999, lawyers in Belgium have been allowed to advertise. Yet it appears that the profession is still reluctant to do so, whereas it is common practice in countries such as the Netherlands and the United States.
Faster and more efficient access to a lawyer thanks to improved Salduz web
When someone is arrested and interrogated, it is crucial that they get quick access to legal assistance. Thanks to the updated version of Salduz-web, this is now handled even more efficiently. This digital platform, which supports police, court and lawyers, has been optimised to organise legal assistance during interrogation faster and more user-friendly.
Temporary measure: no jail sentence for conviction under five years
Due to the overcrowded prisons, it has been decided that only people with a sentence of more than five years should go straight to prison for the time being.
Apply for the Board of Supervisors as an external member
Are you interested in the deontology and disciplinary law of the legal profession? Then apply to join the Supervisory Board as a non-lawyer.
Looking for practical answers about a lawyer?
What does a lawyer cost?
A lawyer receives a fee, supplemented by compensation for expenses incurred. Therefore, make good arrangements with your lawyer in advance. That way, there will be no surprises.
What does a lawyer do?
Advise, mediate, negotiate and defend. A lawyer can help you in various ways. Both inside and outside a court.
What is a lawyer?
A lawyer is there to advise and assist you. Throughout the various stages of your life, you may come into contact with the law. A lawyer will then guide you through the legal maze. Even if you are an entrepreneur, the advice and assistance of a lawyer is no luxury.