BCI’s Firm Stance on Ethical Legal Practice
BCI’s Firm Stance on Ethical Legal Practice: A Call for Integrity and Professionalism By Abhishek Jat, Advocate The Bar Council of India (BCI), the apex regulatory body governing the legal profession in India, has recently taken a firm and unequivocal stance against the growing trend of unethical advertising, misinformation, and the commercialization of legal practice. In a press release dated 17th March 2025, the BCI has issued a stringent warning to legal professionals, emphasizing the need to uphold the dignity, integrity, and ethical standards of the legal profession. This move comes in response to the increasing prevalence of advocates and legal influencers using social media, promotional videos, and celebrity endorsements to advertise their services, a practice that blatantly violates Rule 36 of the Bar Council of India Rules. The BCI has made it clear that the legal profession is not a commercial enterprise but a noble service rooted in justice, fairness, and public tru...