„Qui tacet consentire videtur — Silence means consent.“ – A lawyer who accepts injustice becomes part of the shadow.
Justicia means Justice (Latin Iustitia: justice, fairness).
Fairness is the continuous and enduring will to recognize for each person the right that belongs to them (Latin: Iustitia est constans et perpetua voluntas ius suum cuique tribuendi).
One could say that the notion of justice — fairness is more an idea of the ethical value of law than a legal definition of law, which is why we see the idea of advocacy in stepping out of the shadows and in a just confrontation between the world of reality and the world of law.
As early as the year 2000, Justicia introduced into Montenegro a clear practice of mandatory written contracts with clients, since until then the prevailing practice of legal representation had relied solely on a bare written power of attorney (which represents only the external aspect of authorization and serves as the client’s formal legitimacy toward third parties and authorities).
Justicia does not take on any case without a concluded Agreement on the Provision of Legal Assistance and Representation, nor without a lawfully executed and, when necessary, notarized power of attorney (before a notary or another authorized body). The Agreement on the Provision of Legal Assistance and Representation forms the foundation of trust between lawyer and client, as it eliminates misunderstandings and preemptively protects all elements of the internal part of the authorization (the attorney–client relationship).
In accordance with relevant international instruments, Justicia does not guarantee, nor may it legally guarantee, the outcome of any dispute. Likewise, Justicia does not accept a case when there are only negligible prospects for a successful outcome. Justicia has an exceptionally strong and reputable list of distinguished clients—both legal entities and individuals—which evolves over time depending on the duration of cases, as well as companies that Justicia often outlasts.
No conflict of interest. Never.
Not with consent, not with money, not under pressure — there is no blackmail, no fear, no conditioning. Nulla tolerantia. A lawyer who sits on two chairs is no longer a lawyer. Freedom and dignity are not decoration — they are the conditions that allow us to question, doubt, assert, accuse. They allow us, when necessary, to tell a judge — boldly and without hesitation — that they are wrong when they clearly violate the law, for any reason, or simply do not know the law. They allow us to tell any authority that it acts without law, that it nullifies the law, that it is consumed by the powers it wields.
Whoever takes this from the lawyer has taken protection from everyone. When the state equates criticism with hostility, the first to be struck is the legal profession, and then the citizen is left without a shield. If the lawyer falls silent, the court ceases to exist. History teaches us that the collapse of the legal profession has always been the first sign of tyranny. That is why we speak even when it is comfortable to no one and convenient to no one; we write even when it is clearly and undeniably dangerous.
For our silence is — their power. Independence is not a convenience but a fundamental prerequisite; courage is not an option but a basic duty; freedom is not a privilege but a fundamental weapon. Fortitudo et independentia — this is the backbone of the profession. Our principle is simple: no fear, no double sides — no silence when justice cries out. Freedom and courage stand at the root of all virtues. Without them, advocacy is — no advocacy at all.
Justicia provides full representation and legal counsel before all judicial, arbitral, and other authorities in Montenegro and abroad. Our role is to be the voice and protection of the client in all legal proceedings — from basic courts, through commercial and higher courts, all the way to the Supreme Court and the Constitutional Court of Montenegro.
A distinct part of our practice consists of applications and representation before the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg.
Our long-standing experience in complex human rights cases enables us to conduct these proceedings with expertise and care — from the initial application to the final decision. In addition, we provide representation before international arbitrations and specialized bodies. At every stage of the process, from the initial consultation to the final judgment, we ensure strategic support grounded in experience, legal knowledge, and the most accurate possible assessment of risks and benefits.
Our Mission
Advocacy and the practice of law constitute legal assistance, not a service.
The Constitution of Montenegro guarantees everyone the right to legal assistance (Article 21).
Advocacy is not a commercial service — it is a constitutional institution of trust.
Independence and confidentiality are our most important obligations — the trust of clients must never become a commodity.
Advocacy is a profession of public significance.
When we defend one person, we safeguard the entire legal order.
Why is this important?
Because a client is not purchasing a “service,” nor “hiring” a lawyer — they are exercising a constitutional right to protection.
Because advocacy is not a market or a business, but a guarantee of fair procedure and human dignity.
Because only an independent and incorruptible legal profession can serve as a barrier against injustice and abuse of power.
Voices That Bind Us
“Freedom is the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.” — George Orwell
“The right to defense is a sacred right — without it, there is neither law nor justice.” — Radomir Lukić
“Advocacy is not a craft, but a calling in which both the person and the law are defended.” — Slobodan Perović
“Justice is conscience, not a personal conscience but the conscience of all humanity.” — Alexander Solzhenitsyn
“A lawyer is not a merchant of words, but a defender of truth and law.” — Iustitia credo
Our Identity (Signature Statement)
“We belong to ourselves. We are not merchants of law. We defend the law and the people. Our word is not merchandise — it is legal protection.”
Epilogue
Advocacy is not, and will never be, a “service industry.”
The Iustitia Office holds the position that legal assistance is a fundamental human right and at the same time a sacred obligation of the lawyer.
If you seek protection, do not seek a service — seek legal assistance.
Our relationship with clients is founded on trust and responsibility, but we equally expect clients to respect the dignity of Justicia — for only mutual respect enables lasting partnership and success.
Trust – Without trust, there is no true advocacy. Our clients know that their interests, as well as all information and documents they provide, are protected by the highest standards of privileged confidentiality, professional secrecy, and personal loyalty.
Knowledge – Continuous improvement, the monitoring of legal developments, and the readiness to take on the most complex cases form the foundation of our practice. Justicia provides legal assistance, representation, and counsel across all areas of law and legal matters, based on the facts that the client presents to us honestly and fully — which is the fundamental guarantee of proper legal representation and the essential condition for the prospect of success. The essence of law, and of legal knowledge, lies in understanding the law as a whole, not as a fragment. Scientific research in law is not an escape into abstraction, but an effort for reason to reach justice precisely where life is most complex, most disputed, and most burdened. Every doctoral dissertation, every serious scholarly work and article, is a dialogue between theory and the courtroom — between what law ought to be and what it objectively is in life. In that sensitive space, ideas emerge that over time become judicial practice, and sometimes even law.
Veritas non timet iudicium — truth does not fear judgment.
Responsibility — Every decision ultimately belongs to the client, who may freely and at their discretion base it on their own judgment regarding the lawyer’s legal advice, depending on the level of trust they perceive in the good-faith efforts of Justicia, the highest degree of care and professional diligence, and the consideration of all relevant facts and potentially foreseeable legal consequences.
Dignity — Our conduct toward clients, the court, and the opposing party is always marked by human dignity and professional integrity.
Dignity presupposes that the mutual relationship is maintained with full preservation of integrity. A power of attorney exists and endures only as long as respect and trust between the lawyer and the client have real substance, grounded in mutual regard for each other’s dignity.
As it arises, so it may also—end.
Commitment — No case is secondary; every matter deserves maximum attention and dedication, and every client warrants equal care, professional empathy, and a deep engagement with the core of the issue and the path to its resolution. Any superficiality, arbitrariness, or lack of due diligence on the part of the lawyer — or any dishonesty on the part of the client — leads to only one epilogue and one conclusion: the power of attorney ends, is withdrawn, or is revoked.
Tradition — For more than a quarter of a century, Justicia has been practicing law, continuing the legal career of the father of the majority owner and legal representative (attorney Slobodan Bodo Bojić, 1932–1976). In 2032, the second century of our legal practice will begin. Tradition is not a coincidence, but the result of true role models, the quality of upbringing, respect for a system of generational values, a striving toward justice, and a distinct sense of family honor.
Legal Representative: Attorney Dr. Vladan S. Bojić, Director
Head Office: Montenegro, Podgorica
Address: Svetlane Kane Radević St. No. 3 – PC EuroPoint
E-mail: sekvenca@t-com.me
Website: www.aodiustitia.me
Contact Numbers: +382 20 247 711, 247 712, 247 713
Fax: +382 20 224 111
Registration Number: 02317028
VAT Reg. No.: 30-31/01613-3
CRP Reg. No.: 20005753
Our advocacy is not just a profession, but a vow: to always stand between the individual and injustice, between law and reality. Our name means Justice. Our work — Fairness.