In his speech, Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov noted that legal representatives registered in the registry would be able to represent the interests of citizens in court proceedings alongside lawyers.
According to Bekeshev, this initiative could lead to a deterioration in the accessibility of legal assistance. He cited the situation with the transfer of inheritance matters to private notaries as an example.
“Currently, there is collusion between state and private notaries. If obtaining a certificate of inheritance used to cost 1,000 soms, now this amount has increased to 20,000,” the parliamentarian stated.
He also reminded everyone about the existence of "cheap cases," where citizens file lawsuits against utility services or government bodies without requiring large expenses. Many of them can seek help from law students or acquaintances to protect their rights.
“This bill proposes that citizens only turn to legal representatives with higher legal education, three years of experience, and registered in the registry, which requires additional training that must be paid for. As a result, lawyers will refuse ordinary cases for 3 or 10 thousand soms. This deprives students of the opportunity to gain practical experience in courts and will lead to an increase in the cost of legal services. The poor will become even poorer, while the rich, who turn to lawyers, will remain as they are. Monopolization in the legal field is unacceptable. Comparing with France or Germany is inappropriate if we do not take into account the standard of living. Before implementing such laws, let’s raise salaries and benefits like in those countries. Are you living in space?” Bekeshev exclaimed.
The parliamentarian urged his colleagues to reject this bill. Some deputies supported his opinion, emphasizing that this document would lead to an increase in the prices of legal services.
Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva also expressed the view that the institution of legal representatives is unnecessary and opposed the bill.
As a result of the discussion, the deputies decided not to vote for the proposed law and removed it from the agenda.
