Free Legal Aid – A Comparative Approach
Volume 2
Aleksandra Syryt (Volume editor)
Summary
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Table Of Contents
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- About the editors
- About the book
- This eBook can be cited
- Spis treści
- Shortcuts
- Introduction
- Free Legal Aid in the Axiological System of the Council of Europe (Jerzy Jaskiernia)
- International and EU Standards for the Protection of Taxpayers’ Rights and the Formalized System of Pre-Trial Free Legal Aid in Poland: An Approach to Analysis (Agnieszka Franczak, Bogusław Przywora)
- Free Legal Aid in the Federal Republic of Germany (Michał Bożek)
- The System of Free Legal Aid in the Netherlands (Grzegorz Krawiec)
- The System of Free Legal Aid in the Kingdom of Sweden (Bogusław Przywora, Aleksander Wróbel)
- Free Legal Aid in Denmark and Norway (Marcin Grzybowski, Marian Grzybowski)
- Legal Aid in the Republic of Belarus (Ksenia Kakareko)
- Legal Aid and Cooperation in Criminal Matters in Hungary (Dávid Tóth)
- Free Legal Aid in Spain (Marta Osuchowska)
- Access to Information About Law in Switzerland (Dorota Kottmann, Grażyna Szpor)
- The System of Free Legal Aid in the Italian Republic (Beata Nuzzo)
- Forms of Free Legal Aid in France (Małgorzata Augustyniak)
- Free Legal Aid in the United Kingdom (Maria Kalinowska)
- Free Legal Aid in the United States of America (Maria Kalinowska)
- Free Legal Aid in Ukraine (Ivan Pankevych)
- University Legal Clinic in Ukraine (Ilnytskyi Oleh)
- Navigating Equitable Horizons: The Evolution and Prospects of Legal Aid in the Republic of Malta (Agnieszka Gloria Kamińska)
- Access to Information on the Law from the Perspective of the Access to Public Information Act (Agnieszka Piskorz-Ryń)
- Authors
- Series index
Marian Grzybowski / Bogusław Przywora / Aleksandra Syryt (eds.)
Free Legal Aid – A Comparative Approach Volume 2
Berlin - Bruxelles - Chennai - Lausanne - New York - Oxford
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ISSN 2191-3250
ISBN 978-3-631-90533-3 (Print)
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E-ISBN 978-3-631-92017-6 (E-PUB)
DOI 10.3726/b21962
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About the editors
Marian Grzybowski - full professor at the Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa , was the first head of the chair in Comparative Constitutional Law at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, presently he is professor emeritus, was a judge at the Constitutional Tribunal in Poland. His main fields of interest are constitutional law and comparative constitutional law.
Bogusław Przywora - is a professor at Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa. He serves as the Head of the Chair of Constitutional and Comparative Law at the Faculty of Law and Economics and is also the Director of the Centre for Foreign Laws at the university. His main fields of interest are constitutional law and comparative constitutional law.
Aleksandra Syryt - is a professor at Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw. Her main fields of interest are constitutional law and comparative constitutional law.
About the book
The authors set the following research goals: 1) to define the concept of free legal aid, taking into consideration the standards of the Council of Europe (especially from the European Convention on Human Rights and soft law standards) and the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union; 2) to pinpoint solutions in the field of free legal assistance on the example of the analysed countries as Belarus, France, Denmark, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United United States of America, Poland, Switzerland, Spain, Sweden.
This eBook can be cited
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Introduction
In today’s complex legal landscape, access to justice is a fundamental right that should be available to all individuals, regardless of their socio-economic status. However, countless people around the world face significant barriers when it comes to navigating the legal system and obtaining adequate legal representation. The provision of free legal aid emerges as a crucial mechanism to bridge this gap, ensuring that justice is not limited to those who can afford it.
This book delves into the realm of free legal aid, examining its significance in promoting equal access to justice and addressing the challenges associated with its implementation. While exploring this subject, we recognize the indispensable role of comparative law research in comprehending the diverse approaches and systems employed globally. By analyzing and contrasting legal frameworks across different jurisdictions, we can gain valuable insights into the best practices, potential improvements, and innovative strategies that can enhance the provision of free legal aid.
Conducting comparative law research is vital in the realm of free legal aid for several compelling reasons. First and foremost, it allows us to broaden our perspective beyond the confines of a single legal system. By examining how different countries address the issue of access to justice, we can identify models and mechanisms that have proven successful in overcoming obstacles and achieving desirable outcomes. This comparative approach fosters a rich understanding of the diverse methods employed to deliver free legal aid and encourages the exchange of ideas, experiences, and lessons learned.
Furthermore, comparative law research enables us to identify gaps and shortcomings in existing legal frameworks and policies. By critically analyzing various jurisdictions, we can pinpoint areas where certain systems excel and others fall short. This knowledge empowers us to develop innovative strategies and reforms that can be applied in our own jurisdictions to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of free legal aid programs.
Details
- Pages
- 210
- Publication Year
- 2024
- ISBN (PDF)
- 9783631920169
- ISBN (ePUB)
- 9783631920176
- ISBN (Hardcover)
- 9783631905333
- DOI
- 10.3726/b21907
- Language
- English
- Publication date
- 2024 (September)
- Keywords
- Free Legal Aid fair trial legal aid right to a court Legal Basis and Practice European Standards Comparative law approach
- Published
- Berlin, Bruxelles, Chennai, Lausanne, New York, Oxford, 2024. 210 pp., 1 fig. b/w.
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Biographical notes
Marian Grzybowski (Volume editor)
Bogusław Przywora (Volume editor)
Aleksandra Syryt (Volume editor)
Marian Grzybowski - full professor at the Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa , was the first head of the chair in Comparative Constitutional Law at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, presently he is professor emeritus, was a judge at the Constitutional Tribunal in Poland. His main fields of interest are constitutional law and comparative constitutional law. Bogusław Przywora - is a professor at Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa. He serves as the Head of the Chair of Constitutional and Comparative Law at the Faculty of Law and Economics and is also the Director of the Centre for Foreign Laws at the university. His main fields of interest are constitutional law and comparative constitutional law. Aleksandra Syryt - is a professor at Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw. Her main fields of interest are constitutional law and comparative constitutional law.
