The value of justice for all
The Value of Justice for All Savings of up to £12bn could be made by the Treasury over the next 10 years by investing in the provision of specialist free legal advice. Individuals and families in need of specialist advice services frequently present with an average of just under 5 issues per person and often […]
2024 June Justice and Innovation Group
2024 June Justice and Innovation Group The session explored how can we learn from open access and LegalTech AI systems to support our work and help more people in need. It included demonstrations and presentations from key players in the AI and justice space, including Simplexico, the Legal Services Board, Tabled and Northumbria University, Citizens […]
Measuring Justice: The opportunities and challenges of measuring legal advice outcomes
Measuring Justice: The opportunities and challenges of measuring legal advice outcomes As part of the Improving Lives Through Advice (ILTA) grants programme we produced a literature review of the diverse methodologies and frameworks advice organisations employ to measure outcomes and impact. Providing accessible legal advice is crucial for navigating complex legal systems and empowering individuals […]
2024 March Justice and Innovation Group
2024 March Justice and Innovation Group Meeting This session focused on the opportunities, limitations, and models of dispute resolution including some demonstrations and presentations of new tools and opportunities from the Employment Legal Advice Network (ELAN), the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), Portable and Shake dispute resolution platform. In addition to this focus, the session […]
JusticeTech
JusticeTech What do we mean by JusticeTech? JusticeTech is technology which aims to address social justice issues, increase access to legal advice, and reduce unmet legal need. LegalTech is a technological solution created for lawyers in law firms, businesses, or corporations to help them simplify and automate their own operations. LawTech is technology that it […]
Initial findings from applications to the ILTA Programme
Initial findings from applications to the ILTA Programme Applications for grants under Round 1 of the Improving Lives Through Advice programme closed on 17 November 2023. We analysed the information applicants shared with us at both the Expression of Interest and the full application stages, both in order to inform our approach to the second […]
2023 December JIG Meeting
2023 December Justice and Innovation Group This session showcased a range of new initiatives as well as getting an update on previously demonstrated tools. It included presentations from Working Families, Wyser, Law Fairy, Tech for Good Alliance, Technology in Professional Services (TiPS), and the SRA Regulators Pioneer Fund Project (RPF3). Key learnings include: Developing and […]
Legal Support for Litigants in Person grants programme report
Legal Support for Litigants in Person (LSLiP) grants programme report The Legal Support for Litigants in Person grants programme report which was published last week demonstrates the pivotal impact of early intervention on people, places, and communities most in need. 95% of users accessing support through grantee organisations found suitable assistance, developing a deeper understanding […]
Signposting and referral systems Insights and Learning Session
Signposting and Referral Systems Insights and Learning Session This session focused on exploring the opportunities and challenges of implementing signposting and referral systems to better support users on their journeys across different services and organisations. We welcomed speakers from the frontline including Liverpool Access to Advice Network, the Women’s Homelessness project with Homeless Link, and […]
2023 September Justice and Innovation Group
2023 September Justice and Innovation Group This session showcased a range of new initiatives as well as getting an update on previously demonstrated tools. It included presentations from DG Legal on Compliance Champion, Grapple, Access Social Care on the Alice Chatbot, The Advisors Toolbox , Northumbria University on two access to justice projects, the Greater […]