The stakes are high: on Friday it will be decided who will lead the capital chamber representing 8,000 lawyers.

The public debate for the Budapest Bar Association's presidential election featured incumbent Tóth M. Gábor and challengers Gerő Tamás and Horváth Lóránt, who did not attend due to a disciplinary investigation. The candidates discussed professional issues such as low fees and the impact of recent tax changes on lawyers. Gerő criticized the government's handling of tax regulations, while Tóth acknowledged the challenges but remained optimistic about future reforms. Both candidates emphasized the need for the Bar to maintain political independence while fostering professional relationships with the government and courts. Horváth later criticized the Bar's lack of visibility in defending democracy.