Decree No. 12/2001/L-CTN On the promulgation of the Lawyer Ordinance

Decree No. 12/2001/L-CTN of the President promulgating the Lawyer Ordinance, based on the provisions of the Constitution and relevant laws. This Ordinance regulates the activities of lawyers within the Vietnamese judicial system.

Document No.12/2001/L-CTN
Document typeOrder
Issuing authorityOffice of the President
Signed byTrần Đức Lương — Chủ tịch nước
Updated01/07/2026
SectorLaw-Making and Law Enforcement
FieldLawyers
Issued date08/08/2001
Effective date08/08/2001
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decree No. 12/2001/L-CTN of the President promulgating the Lawyer Ordinance, based on the provisions of the Constitution and relevant laws. This Ordinance regulates the activities of lawyers within the Vietnamese judicial system.

Key points

  • Lawyers must practice in Vietnam in accordance with the conditions and provisions of the Ordinance
  • Lawyers shall not be allowed to practice if they have not passed the competency test or are prohibited from practicing during a specified period
  • Regulatory authorities are responsible for issuing licenses to lawyers, inspecting, and handling violations

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive: Enhance citizens' legal protection rights through increasing the number of active lawyers
  • Negative: May increase financial burden on individuals requiring lawyer services

❓ Frequently asked questions

What conditions must a lawyer meet to be licensed to practice?

A lawyer must hold a bachelor's degree, have passed the competency test, and not be prohibited from practicing according to the Lawyer Ordinance

Which authority issues the license to practice for lawyers?

The license to practice for lawyers is issued by the state regulatory body for justice affairs

How will lawyers be penalized if they violate the provisions of the Ordinance?

Lawyers may be subject to administrative penalties or disciplinary actions according to the Lawyer Ordinance, depending on the severity of the violation

What is the duration for which lawyers can obtain a license to practice?

The specific duration for issuing a license to practice for lawyers is not mentioned in this document. Further reference to the Lawyer Ordinance is required

Where do lawyers have the right to practice?

Lawyers are permitted to practice in Vietnam, specifically in judicial bodies and other organizations as stipulated by the Lawyer Ordinance

Full text

PRESIDENT OF THE STATE
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SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM
Independence – Freedom – Happiness
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Number: 12/2001/L-CTN

Hanoi, August 8, 2001

 

ORDER

Regarding the promulgation of the Lawyer Law Ordinance

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 PRESIDENT OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM

Pursuant to Article 103 and Article 106 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in 1992;

WHEREAS EDUCATION and Article 78 of the Law on Organization Countries (Decision No. 55/2016/QĐ-TTg dated December 26, 2016 of the Prime Minister)

Pursuant to Article 51 of the Law on Legislative Acts;

NOW PROMULGATES:

The Lawyer Law Ordinance.

Was passed by the Standing Committee of the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Session X, on July 25, 2001./.

 

 

PRESIDENT OF THE STATE  
(Signed)


Tran Duc Luong

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