Introduction to Pro Bono Talk (Fresher’s only event) Taruniga Thambiayah, Publications Editor and Contributor of the UCL Student Pro Bono Committee. The “Introduction to Pro Bono Talk” event, collaboratively organised by the Student Pro Bono Committee and UCL Law Society, provided an exceptional opportunity for Freshers to explore the extensive landscape of pro bono possibilities…
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Dodgy Algorithms and Self-Representation: Is AI Good for Law?
Alexandra Thacker, Publications Editor and Contributor of the UCL Student Pro Bono Committee I was first alerted to the potential problems with algorithms in 2020, when A level results appeared to be unfairly decided by an algorithm which resulted in almost 40% of students receiving lower grades than they had anticipated. After protest from students,…
The Value of Pro Bono Opportunities During a Law Degree
Taruniga Thambiayah, Publications Editor and Contributor of the UCL Student Pro Bono Committee. When embarking on the journey of obtaining a law degree, the primary focus often revolves around acquiring the essential theoretical knowledge and skills required to become a proficient legal professional. Nonetheless, the path to becoming an exceptional solicitor or barrister extends far…
Resurrection and Insurrection – Brazil’s Return to the World Stage in the name of Democracy
Auhona Majumdar, Publications Editor and Contributor of the UCL Student Pro Bono Committee. A cycle completes as the world enters January, a month of promise, of resolution. Once marked by the world as a period of renewal and hope of what is to be a less tumultuous time, the month of January has suffered a…