"Landmark Ruling in Armenia Ends Blanket Ban on Judges with Disabilities"

"Hogan Lovells, in collaboration with the Armenian NGO Disability Rights Agenda, acted as amicus curiae in a landmark case before Armenia's Constitutional Court. The court ruled that blanket bans on individuals with disabilities from holding public service roles, including judgeships, are unconstitutional. The ruling emphasizes that eligibility should be based on individual capacity and qualifications rather than disability status. This decision marks a significant advancement for disability rights in Armenia, allowing individuals with disabilities to serve in various public roles and potentially setting a precedent for similar challenges in other post-Soviet states."