The subject of this diploma paper is development of attorneyship in Croatia from 1848 to 1918. Advocacy in Croatia has a long tradition and goes back to ancient times. The first historical record mentioning attorneys of medieval origin was Vinodolski zakonik of 1288. After a long period of customary law, the first contemporary law about the powers and duties of a attorney, known as “Odvjetnički red” (Attorneys' Regulation), was enacted on 24 July 1852 for the territory of Croatia and Slavonia. The law was passed by the Austro-Hungarian royal government, prescribing that the minister of justice should nominate attorneys and determine their headquarters. Necessary conditions for nomination were a doctorate in the law field, successfully passed the bar examination and three years of law practice. The number of attorneys was limited. At the same time, there were also two attorneys' chambers, which were also under strict state supervision. On the other hand, in Dalmatia, which was under direct authority of Austria, on July 6, 1868, “Odvjetnički red” (Attorneys' Regulation) was enacted, according to which it was possible for the first time to have the freedom of attorneyship, without the possibility of the authorities rejecting the applicant's application if he was fullfuling the conditions. Along with the adoption of new laws that represent a step forward in the development of attorneyship, engagement in the literary activity of attorneys of that time is growing as well. Another reason for the development of attorneyship is also a new court structure.