Session Profile: Margit Sutrop
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
2025-06-10
Political Position
The political stance focuses on the concern regarding the delay in solving systemic problems ("we would just go around in circles"). Particular emphasis is placed on the need to improve the quality of legal education and the training of judges. This position is policy-driven, seeking structural solutions (guided practice/residency) to ensure professional competence.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of professional training models, drawing a comparison between the medical residency system and the training of judges. This indicates expertise regarding legal system reform, judicial qualifications, and the implementation of supervised practice.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and analytical, with the question being posed directly to the rapporteur during the plenary session. The tone is concerned yet constructive, employing a logical appeal to propose a comparative solution (a residency program) for addressing the systemic issue.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The collaboration style is inquiring and open, seeking verification as to whether the proposed solution has already been discussed or is being practiced internationally. The speaker wants to identify best practices to resolve issues within the justice system.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national legal and educational standards, seeking international comparisons (other countries). Specific local or regional issues are absent.
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Economic Views
There is insufficient data.
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Social Issues
The speaker addresses a socially critical issue: the quality of legal education and the preparation of judges, which directly impacts the credibility of the justice system. As a solution, the implementation of supervised practice (residency) is proposed.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on reforming the system for training judges, with the aim of establishing a supervised practice period to prevent inexperienced judges from making decisions independently. The speaker is acting as the initiator of this idea, inquiring about the feasibility of its implementation.
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