UCL International Access to Justice Conference 2018
The UCL International Access to Justice Conference 2018, organized by the UCL Centre for Empirical Legal Studies, took place from June 11 to June 13, 2018, at Bentham House in Bloomsbury, Central London. This event brought together international researchers, policymakers, and legal service professionals to discuss and exchange knowledge on the funding, delivery, development, and evaluation of legal services.
The conference addressed key topics such as technological advancements in legal service delivery, market transformations, democratization processes, shifts in public legal services, and the impact of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target 16.3 on access to justice. It provided a platform to reflect on recent developments and innovations, preparing for emerging challenges and opportunities in the access to justice agenda.
Attendees had the opportunity to engage in various sessions, including panel discussions and presentations by notable speakers. The event also facilitated networking opportunities among professionals dedicated to enhancing access to justice globally.
This conference was particularly relevant for legal researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of legal services and access to justice. Participants gained valuable insights into current trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of legal service delivery.
Speakers(10)
Christina Blacklaws
President at The Law Society
Christina Blacklaws served as President of The Law Society, advocating for access to justice and legal aid.
Dame Hazel Genn
Professor of Socio-Legal Studies at University College London
Dame Hazel Genn is a Professor of Socio-Legal Studies at UCL, renowned for her research on access to justice and legal services.
Hugh McDonald
Principal Researcher at Law and Justice Foundation of New South Wales
Hugh McDonald is a Principal Researcher at the Law and Justice Foundation of New South Wales, focusing on legal assistance and access to justice.
James Thornton
Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Law School, Nottingham Trent University
James Thornton is a Senior Lecturer at Nottingham Law School, focusing on criminal law and legal aid.
Mavis Maclean CBE
Senior Research Fellow at University of Oxford
Mavis Maclean is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, specializing in family law and policy.
Natalie Byrom
Director of Research at The Legal Education Foundation
Natalie Byrom is the Director of Research at The Legal Education Foundation, leading studies on civil and administrative justice.
Nigel Balmer
Professor of Law and Social Statistics at University College London
Nigel Balmer is a Professor of Law and Social Statistics at UCL, focusing on empirical legal research.
Pascoe Pleasence
Professor of Empirical Legal Studies at University College London
Pascoe Pleasence is a Professor of Empirical Legal Studies at UCL, specializing in legal needs and access to justice.
Rebecca L. Sandefur
Professor of Sociology and Law at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Rebecca L. Sandefur is a Professor of Sociology and Law at the University of Illinois, focusing on access to civil justice.
Suzie Forell
Principal Researcher at Law and Justice Foundation of New South Wales
Suzie Forell is a Principal Researcher at the Law and Justice Foundation of New South Wales, specializing in empirical legal studies.
Event Details
- Date
- June 11-13, 2018
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- Bentham House
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and individuals interested in access to justice.