About the Centre
The central mission of the Centre for Access to Justice (CAJ) is to promote access to justice through research-led education, community activities and evidence-based policy advice.
CAJ for UCL Laws students
The CAJ Pro Bono Programme
CAJ facilitates a broad range of pro bono opportunities and events for UCL Laws students to get involved in. Find out more about how you can get involved in using the law for social change.
Pro Bono Opportunities for 2025 and 2026
There are a broad range of activities you can participate in, which will give you the opportunity to support local communities and increase your awareness of social justice.
UCL Student Pro Bono Committee
Taking part in pro bono work can offer life-changing personal and professional development opportunities. Find out about how you can get involved in the UCL Student Pro Bono Committee.
Access to Justice and Pro Bono Blog
Explore the official blog of the UCL Student Pro Bono Committee. It is a place for students to write about social justice issues, their volunteering experiences, and more.
Public Interest Careers
Useful information, guidance and resources for students who are interesting in pursuing careers in public interest work.
CAJ for members of the public
UCL Integrated Legal Advice Clinic (UCL iLAC)
The UCL Integrated Legal Advice (UCL iLAC) in Stratford offers free face-to-face legal advice and representation on social welfare issues for members of our local community and Greater London.
I owe a lot to the clinic. I cannot put into words or repay them for how much they have helped me. I get emotional even thinking about it. I have been in this country for the last 35 years and have not come across people as good as the staff at iLAC. I owe everything to them.
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About CAJ
Our vision is to provide a world-leading legal education dedicated to promoting access to justice and to inspire a student body committed to addressing inequality before the law.
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offered in 2024-25
Best Legal Aid Firm/NFP Agency
Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Awards 2022
Learn about the impact of the Centre of Justice
Celebrating 10 years of impact with stories from staff, alumni and service users.
News
Workshop at UCL Laws explores the role of Health Justice Partnerships in neighbourhood health reform
A new UCL Laws workshop explored how linking legal advice with healthcare services can address poverty, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen community health across England.
24 Oct 2025
UCL Laws staff recognised in the 2025 Education Awards
Colleagues and students at UCL Laws have been recognised in the 2025 UCL Education Awards with several award wins and nominations.
05 Jun 2025
MP Uma Kumaran Champions Access to Justice at UCL's Integrated Legal Advice Clinic
On 7 February 2025, the MP for Stratford and Bow, Uma Kumaran, visited UCL iLAC to meet with Centre for Access to Justice staff, students, a client, and the Dean of UCL Laws, Professor Eloise Scotford, to discuss the importance of legal aid and access to legal advice.
19 Feb 2025
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General Enquiries
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