May 31 is the Day of the Russian Bar: history and traditions, how to congratulate

Lawyers, like representatives of other professions, celebrate their professional holiday once a year — the Day of the Russian Bar. Read about the history of the significant date and its accompanying traditions in the Izvestia article.

Russian Bar Day in 2025: date and history of the holiday

The Day of the Russian Bar is celebrated annually on May 31. In 2025, the holiday falls on a Saturday.

In Russia, Advocacy Day appeared in April 2005. The decision to establish it was made at the II All-Russian Congress of Lawyers in Moscow. The date of the holiday was chosen on the day of the adoption of the federal law on advocacy and advocacy, which defines the legal basis for the activities of representatives of this profession.

So far, the holiday has not been established at the state level. But this does not prevent it from being celebrated nationwide and receiving congratulations from the top leadership of relevant ministries and departments.

Lawyer's Day is an official celebration common to all lawyers. It is celebrated annually on December 3 by various legal experts.

Day of the Russian Bar: about the profession

Advocacy as a profession has been known since ancient times. It is the most important social institution that was created to protect the constitutional rights and freedoms of citizens in court, as well as to ensure the rule of law and raise the level of legal culture in society.

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To obtain the status of a lawyer, it is not enough just to have a law degree. You still need to successfully pass the qualification exam. Only then can you obtain a lawyer's certificate and membership in the bar association. Professional activity is prohibited without a special document.

In addition, a lawyer must comply with the professional code. One of its main points prescribes honest, qualified and timely performance of their duties and not to act contrary to the legitimate interests of the principal. Violation of business ethics is fraught with the deprivation of legal status and membership in a professional association.

Traditions of the Russian Bar Day holiday

On this day, the judicial defenders are congratulated by the Ministry of Justice, the Federal Chamber of Lawyers (FPA), the Association of Lawyers of Russia, friends and colleagues. Law offices host receptions and tea parties. Festive concerts are held in large associations.

On the Day of the Bar, future lawyers take the oath and pronounce the oath, expressing their commitment to the code of professional ethics of the lawyer and the Constitution of the Russian Federation. This tradition has been around for many years, and it serves as a symbolic initiation into the profession.

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The All-Russian Day of Free Legal Aid to Citizens is being held in a number of regions on May 31. During the event, Russians can receive qualified assistance on issues related to any branch of law.

Happy Russian Bar Day: greetings and postcards

Themis servants spend most of their time doing paperwork. Therefore, one of the most practical gifts will be a leather briefcase or a bag for carrying documents. Lawyers are also often given elite alcohol and engraved wine glasses to mark the successful completion of the case. You can also pay attention to themed souvenirs — wall calendars, statuettes, posters with legal and state symbols, an elegant daily planner, collectible editions of books and collections of laws.

Any gift for the Day of the Bar should be accompanied by oral or written congratulations with the wishes to stand faithfully for the protection of citizens' rights, easy resolution of cases, quick victory in the courts and grateful clients.

One of the easiest ways to congratulate the culprits of the celebration is to send a postcard in a messenger. Here are some examples:

"Congratulations on the Day of the Russian Bar! I wish you a clear mind, successful business, grateful clients, determination and enthusiasm. May your work make the world a fairer, safer and more peaceful place!"

"Happy Bar Day! Let cases close easily, amicable agreements are concluded without problems, and meetings are held calmly. I wish you good health, professional victories, self-confidence and fortitude!"

"I sincerely congratulate Russian lawyers on their professional holiday! I wish you prudence, wisdom, insight and patience. May your work bring you satisfaction, pride and inspiration!"