The Ministry of Justice of Tatarstan expresses its condolences on the passing of Boris Leonidovich Zheleznov.

      The leadership and staff of the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Tatarstan express their sincere condolences on the passing of the distinguished statesman, academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences Boris Leonidovich Zheleznov — one of the framers of our republic’s Constitution. Boris Leonidovich Zheleznov made an invaluable contribution to the formation of the constitutional and legal foundations of Tatarstan. His utmost professionalism and profound knowledge enabled the laying of a solid foundation for the republic’s legal system at a pivotal historical moment. Boris Leonidovich’s extensive expert work encompassed drafting legislative acts at various levels and advising leading legal institutions in Russia and Tatarstan. His contributions will forever remain part of the history of Russian constitutionalism. The bright memory of Boris Leonidovich Zheleznov will be preserved in the hearts of all who knew him, worked with him, and continue to develop the legal traditions he established.