There is a lack of consensus among the legal community when it comes to regulatory reform. Some lawyers are for it, some lawyers are against it, and many lawyers are completely unaware of the conversation altogether (and thus have yet to participate… MORE
Legal Aid of North Carolina (LANC) recently announced it will launch the Innovation Lab, which will explore and implement innovative solutions to the state’s justice gap. LANC is making history as the first legal service organization in the country… MORE
Divorce is a complex and emotionally challenging process, often exacerbated by the legal system. In the United States, divorce laws vary from state to state, resulting in arbitrary policies that impede the freedom to dissolve marriages on the… MORE
As jurisdiction upon jurisdiction considers authorizing allied legal professionals to provide limited legal advice alongside lawyers, the lawyers objecting are making strenuous exercise of their legendary argumentative skills. It will be the end of… MORE
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the largest regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, recently published a report that examines the potential of unbundled legal services to improve access to justice.
Unbundling involves… MORE
Though mired in controversy, there is little debate that the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action in college admissions will have far-reaching effects—including impacts on the legal profession. It will, of course, change the landscape of… MORE
IAALS is experiencing an exciting surge of activity across all our areas of work, with projects and convenings on the rise. As we strive to expand our impact nationwide and tackle the pressing challenges facing the American legal system, we are… MORE
Judicial performance evaluation (JPE) programs provide periodic feedback to state judges about their performance on the bench, promoting the professional development of judges and educating the general public and voters about the work of their… MORE
Last month, the Colorado Supreme Court issued official guidelines for virtual participation in trial court proceedings, allowing litigants, victims, witnesses, and attorneys to attend virtually. In adopting an official policy, the court joins other… MORE
IAALS, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System at the University of Denver, has released its report Community & Cooperation: Action Steps toward Unlocking Legal Regulation. This report is the culmination of IAALS’ ongoing… MORE