Defense lawyer suspended for domestic violence

Criminal lawyer Apostolos Lytras will be barred from practicing law for the next six months, the Athens Bar Association has decided. The suspension came in connection with a domestic violence incident against his wife.

The disciplinary board asked Lytras to immediately release the identity of his lawyer, as the ruling takes effect immediately and there is no possibility of suspension.

He was released after spending three months in prison for attacking his wife. The case has attracted widespread attention and raised concerns about domestic violence and the accountability of legal professionals.

The decision underscores the legal community’s commitment to addressing issues of violence and misconduct among its members.

Advocates for victims of domestic violence welcomed the ruling, viewing it as a crucial step in holding perpetrators accountable and creating a safer environment.