Ethics and morals problems in activity of advocate (on the example of activity of advocate A.I. Urusov)

Purpose: Consideration of problems of value of ethics and morals for activity of advocate on the example of activity of advocate A.I. Urusov. Methodology: The author applied a historical-legal method and a method of the analysis of biographic data. Results: In article on the basis of the analysis of the facts from the biography of known Russian advocate A.I. Urusov (02.04.1843–16.07.1900) the conclusion that realization of the importance of a profession of advocate is directly connected with the general condition of freedom and legality in the state is formulated. Thus, the state and civil society has to be interested in advocacy activity. Also in article the high importance of establishment and observance of ethical standards is proved at the organization and advocacy profession activity. Novelty/originality/value: Article contains author’s conclusions and the generalizations having the scientific and practical importance for activity of the advocates.