The Aberdeen Law Project
@abdnlawproject.com
Founded by then student Ryan Whelan, The Aberdeen Law Project was the first student-led law clinic in Scotland. The idea for The Project came from the fact that students can be a valuable resource when bridging the gap in access to justice present in the North East of Scotland. This is why The Aberdeen Law Project's company name is 'Casus Omissus', which literally means gap in the law. In 2009, Whelan's final year at the University of Aberdeen, The Aberdeen Law Project was founded by a group of law students who were supported by Margaret Ross, Roderick Paisley and Greg Gordon (law professors at the University of Aberdeen). We are a student run and led law clinic and community outreach initiative that operates in partnership with the University of Aberdeen. Our Faculty Director, Mr. Malcolm Combe, and the Advisory Committee assist the students in identifying and pursuing The Project's objectives and oversee their work. In its first year The Aberdeen Law Project assisted 30 clients. As of the beginning of 2015, over 200 clients have been helped by The Project. The aims of The Project are threefold; - to secure access to justice for the economically deprived; - to provide students with practical experience under the supervision of practitioners; - and to increase opportunity by undertaking educational outreach projects. As the name Casus Omissus suggests, the clinic can only provide assistance where there is no other recourse available. If you are interested in any of our services please contact us at [email protected].
The Aberdeen Law Project's Company Logos
The Aberdeen Law Project's Brand Colors
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About The Aberdeen Law Project
The Aberdeen Law Project is a pioneering brand in Scotland, dedicated to promoting access to justice and empowering the community. Founded in 2009 by Ryan Whelan, a law student at the time, ALP stands as the first student-founded law project in the country. With a mission to bridge the access to justice gap in North East Scotland, ALP offers legal advice and representation, while also focusing on community outreach and education.
ALP's community engagement efforts include working with young people through their School's Project, where they conduct workshops to raise awareness about legal issues affecting students and the career paths available in the legal sector. They also provide workshops and mentoring programs to under-performing schools, aiming to bridge the academic attainment gap in social science subjects. Additionally, ALP collaborates with other community groups and charities to provide information and practical assistance on various subjects.
The brand extends its outreach to the wider community through initiatives such as the Prisons Project, which equips prisoners with employability skills for successful reintegration. The Homelessness Outreach team raises awareness and provides guidance to individuals in homeless situations, while the Domestic Abuse Prevention initiative aims to empower victims and educate the community about consent and respectful relationships.
ALP also addresses issues of discrimination, hate crime, and bullying, promoting awareness and encouraging reporting. They educate the community on renters' rights, employment rights, and provide accessible legal information for entrepreneurs. Their commitment to making legal information accessible and comprehensible sets them apart.
With a strong foundation of student volunteers, support from legal professionals, and overwhelming enthusiasm from the community, ALP continues to make a significant impact in reducing the access to justice gap.
Company type
Public Company
Year founded
2010
Company size
51-200 employees
