Organised crime poses a direct threat to the rule of law. Illegally obtained money is used to buy influence, corrupt institutions, and infiltrate legitimate markets. This undermines public trust in justice and blurs the line between the underworld and the upper world. Lawyers also encounter these dynamics as gatekeepers, advisors, or defenders. 

Many jurisdictions have strict rules on how lawyers should handle suspicious clients and funds, yet there are also examples where things go wrong or where such rules are under pressure. This raises fundamental questions about independence, professional ethics and responsibility within the rule of law. How can the legal profession strengthen resilience against criminal influence without compromising its core values? And what can we learn from countries operating within different legal or cultural frameworks? The fight against organised crime is not only a legal challenge but also a moral one, striking at the very essence of our profession, worldwide.