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When cases take 15–20 years, delay itself becomes injustice. Mediation must be constitutional, not optional, to restore faith in Pakistan’s rule of law.
By Syed Ahmed Bilal

Read: www.thefridaytimes.com/10-Jan-2026/...

#JusticeDelayed #RuleOfLawPakistan #MediationReform #Article10A #AccessToJustice
Justice Delayed In Pakistan: Making Mediation A Constitutional Right For Speedy Resolution
Prolonged court delays in Pakistan undermine justice; constitutionalising mediation can ensure speedy, fair, and cost-effective dispute resolution
www.thefridaytimes.com
January 10, 2026 at 9:02 AM
justicetechassn.bsky.social
The WSBA’s pilot is just the beginning.

2026 is the year to ask:

Who gets to deliver legal help?

How do we make it affordable?

How do we make it fair?

🗣️ Your voice matters. Join the convo: buff.ly/yFah6xZ

#AccessToJustice #JusticeInnovation #TechForGood #JusticeForAll
Entity Regulation Pilot Project
At its July 17, 2024 meeting, the Practice of Law Board approved for publication and submission to the Washington Supreme Court a draft an order to conduct a pilot project to test entity regulation…
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January 9, 2026 at 3:24 PM
nadialinde.bsky.social
I am thrilled to welcome @joycebrummelman.bsky.social from Plan International as new NGO Representative in the Dutch delegation to the UN Women's Summit in March 2026 🤗

#CSW #CSW70 #AccessToJustice #Justice #Equality @unwomen.bsky.social @genderplatform.bsky.social

www.wo-men.nl/en/news-item...
Joyce Brummelman (Plan International) is our new NGO representative to the CSW
The Netherlands has aleady for many years now included at least one representative from civil society in its official delegation to the UN Women's Summit: the UN Commission on the Status of ...
www.wo-men.nl
January 9, 2026 at 12:43 PM
citizenptnewsil.bsky.social
The Illinois Justice Corps is transforming the legal landscape for self-represented litigants in McLean County, offering crucial support and resources to those navigating the complexities of the court system.

Learn more here

#McLeanCounty #IL #AccessToJustice #SelfRepresentation
Illinois Justice Corps outlines law-library help for self-represented litigants in McLean County
Illinois Justice Corps staff told the Justice Committee that self-representation is widespread in civil cases and described the program’s law-library services, AmeriCorps-funded staffing, and partnerships that help people complete court forms and access resources. No committee action was required.
citizenportal.ai
January 8, 2026 at 7:58 PM
everlaw.bsky.social
#Case #Study - How the Industry Documents Library and #Everlaw Teamed Up to Drive Industry Accountability

Read more > www.everlaw.com/blog/case-st...

#EverlawForGood #AccessToJustice #A2J
How the Industry Documents Library and Everlaw Teamed Up to Drive Industry Accountability
Rachel Taketa and UCSF use Everlaw to turn millions of industry documents into public archives. Discover how these tools empowered Le Monde to expose the lobbying behind forever chemicals and hold glo...
www.everlaw.com
January 8, 2026 at 5:03 PM
glpsolicitors.bsky.social
Proud to see Neil Sugarman of GLP Solicitors, former APIL President, in the Manchester Evening News calling for reform of the £500k #CICA cap.

Victims deserve fair #CriminalInjuries compensation and real #AccessToJustice.
January 8, 2026 at 2:51 PM
ssrn.bsky.social
Dive into an insightful conversation with Ashley Krenelka Chase, an expert in legal research, technology, and access to justice.

Read the full interview here: spkl.io/63320AmwUj

#LegalTech #AccessToJustice #LegalResearch #IncarceratedLitigants #AI #LegalInnovation #SSRN
Meet the Author: Ashley Krenelka Chase 
Ashley Krenelka ChaseAssociate Professor of Law Stetson University College of Law
spkl.io
January 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
lawscot.bsky.social
MSPs will debate legal aid reform this afternoon following an important inquiry into Civil Legal Assistance in Scotland

▶️Watch the debate at www.scottishparliament.tv/

#LegalAidMatters #AccessToJustice
January 6, 2026 at 1:45 PM
joenoonan.bsky.social
It's a power grab.

They hope not enough people notice until it's done.

#AccessToJustice #judges #Power
January 6, 2026 at 12:34 PM
joenoonan.bsky.social
They are starting with environmental cases. See @fplogue.bsky.social's thread for detail. If they succeed there, they will creep outward. #AccessToJustice #TheRitz
January 6, 2026 at 11:31 AM
joenoonan.bsky.social
Impunity News: Government wants to change the law so that it can avoid paying costs for breaking the law.
You have to admire their chutzpah.
Consultation now open but not for long.
Details in this Fred thread🧵#law #accesstojustice #judicialreview #CourtOversight #impunity
fplogue.bsky.social Fred Logue @fplogue.bsky.social · 6d
To make environmental litigation affordable, the current rules is that if a case is won (i.e. the law has been broken) the public authority pays the costs to correct its own mistake but if the case is lost the applicant only has to pay its own costs.
January 5, 2026 at 5:44 PM
emilindricau.bsky.social
What about the The Bar of NI and #AccessToJustice
#grok and #Perplexity? Have your say!

Btw, report those crimes to anyone.
The world is watching...
January 5, 2026 at 4:29 PM
attractaub.bsky.social
Looking forward to listening to this podcast with @tonygroves.bsky.social and @fplogue.bsky.social on the Government's assault on the #ScalesOfJustice in Ireland.
👏 to Tony as always for shining a light in ghus further attack on #AccessToJustice #PublicAccountability #Environment #HumanRights
tonygroves.bsky.social Tony - Pod Guy - Groves @tonygroves.bsky.social · 5d
New Access to Justice podcast just dropped. Accusing @fplogue.bsky.social of being the devil at the outset is yet another example of why laughing at your own jokes should be made a crime.

Full podcast here: www.patreon.com/posts/patron...
January 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM
legalactiongroup.bsky.social
What is it like being a barrister in a crisis-hit justice system?

www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

#AccessToJustice
Court crisis in England and Wales: What's it like for barristers?
Courts in England and Wales are in crisis as they face a backlog of more than 78,000 criminal cases.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 5, 2026 at 11:17 AM
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January 2, 2026 at 3:24 PM
justicetechassn.bsky.social
New year, new squad energy ✨

Justice Tech Association brings together founders, investors, law firms, and orgs tackling the #AccessToJustice crisis.

We're volunteer-driven, mission-focused, and growing fast.

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#JusticeTech #LegalInnovation #JusticeEquity
January 1, 2026 at 2:12 PM
citizenptnewswi.bsky.social
Richland County's circuit court revenues are soaring past projections, but the controversial AB 320 bill could reshape the landscape of court fees and access to justice for many.

Learn more here

#RichlandCounty #WI #AccessToJustice #FiscalResponsibility #LegalFees #RichlandCountyCourt
Clerk says court revenue exceeded projections and defends AB 320’s county fee changes
Stacy, the clerk of circuit court, reported revenues above projections and described efforts to recoup guardian/ad litem fees. She addressed Assembly Bill 320, telling the committee the bill increases fees retained by counties and noting existing waiver mechanisms protect indigent filers.
citizenportal.ai
January 1, 2026 at 9:15 AM
legalwellness.bsky.social
Day 4 of our "5 Days of Legal Wellness" series! Today: Consumer Law!

Thank you to everyone who has helped us raise over $3k towards our goal of $10k by 12/31! Less than 48 hours left, please help us over the finish line by donating at the link in our bio!

#legalwellness #accesstojustice #legalaid
December 30, 2025 at 4:27 PM
justicetechassn.bsky.social
JTA in 2025:

🏆 Inaugural Changemaker Award from UofA Law
🗺️ Global Justice Tech Map launched with @legaltechhub.bsky.social
💰 Major funding from Thomson Reuters + AAA
👥 4 new Members, 6 new Partners

Thank you to everyone who supported our mission this year!

#JusticeTech #AccessToJustice
December 30, 2025 at 2:13 PM
harvarda2jlab.bsky.social
Texas passed a "Family Miranda" law in 2023 to inform parents of their rights at first contact. Has it helped prevent trauma, coercion, and unnecessary investigations? Let's get the rigorous evidence to find out. Read the blog: buff.ly/SdsQqET #ChildWelfare #DueProcess #AccessToJustice
December 30, 2025 at 1:15 PM
quinlantl.bsky.social
The four bars of England and Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland are ‘standing as one in opposition’ to the UK government's proposal to restrict the right to a #jury #trial. | #AccessToJustice #law | www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/bars-un...
Bars unite to condemn Lammy’s jury curbs
Bar Council joins forces with the bars of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland in calling on government to change course.
www.lawgazette.co.uk
December 30, 2025 at 10:55 AM
dailyjournalcorp.bsky.social
CA Court of Appeal: Criminal defendants must be given the same chance as civil litigants to avoid court fee assessments based on inability to pay. Read more [subscribers only]: https://ow.ly/pzge50XQcuW #CaliforniaLaw #CriminalJustice #LegalNews #AccessToJustice
December 30, 2025 at 1:28 AM
fuckcancer56.bsky.social
I work to increase access to justice for people with disabilities. I was on a streak of 5 weeks of folks I helped telling me I was an “angel.” My job is about helping people, but the best part is LISTENING TO PEOPLE. #AccessToJustice #PWDisabilities
December 29, 2025 at 11:02 PM
legalwellness.bsky.social
It's Day 2 of our 5 Days of Legal Wellness series! Today: "Who's in your circle?" This covers Family Law as well as Estate/Future Planning as it relates to loved ones.

Thank you to everyone who has donated to our campaign to raise $10k by 12/31! #LegalWellness #AccessToJustice #FamilyLaw #LegalAid
December 28, 2025 at 5:38 PM
legalwellness.bsky.social
5 Days of Legal Wellness! Today: Housing Law 🏡 #LegalWellness #LegalAid #HousingStability #AccessToJustice
December 27, 2025 at 10:01 PM