Lakimiehet

Lakimiehet is a Finnish term that translates to "lawyers" or "jurists." It refers to individuals who have obtained a law degree and are qualified to practice law. In Finland, the path to becoming a lakimies typically involves completing a Master of Laws (Oikeustieteen maisteri) degree from a Finnish university, followed by a period of practical legal training.

Once qualified, lakimiehet can work in various capacities. Many are employed as private practitioners, offering legal advice and representation to clients in a wide range of matters, including criminal defense, family law, corporate law, and civil litigation. Others work within the public sector, serving as judges, prosecutors, or legal advisors in government ministries and agencies.

The legal profession in Finland is regulated by the Finnish Bar Association (Suomen Asianajajaliitto), which sets ethical standards and disciplinary procedures for its members. To be an advocate (asianajaja), a lakimies must be admitted to the Finnish Bar Association, which requires several years of experience and passing an examination. The term lakimies is a broader category encompassing all law graduates, while asianajaja refers to a licensed advocate.