Legal Services Research Articles

Marketing Strategy for Indonesian Law Firms to Attract Multinational and Foreign Clients (USLS Law Firm)

The objective of this research is to develop an effective marketing strategy for USLS Law Firm, a local Indonesian law firm, aiming to penetrate multinational and foreign markets. As the legal industry in Indonesia becomes increasingly competitive, with numerous local law firms establishing international affiliations, USLS Law Firm faces the challenge of enhancing its global presence. This study adopts a comprehensive research methodology, including VRIO, STP Model, Marketing Mix, Business Model Canvas, Competitor Analysis, Customer Analysis, PESTEL, and Porter 5 Forces, and in-depth interviews with USLS Law Firm’s clients and multinational companies. The research proposes several marketing strategies recommendations for USLS Law Firm. These include forming strategic partnerships with reputable international law firms, enhancing training and development programs for junior lawyers, adopting advanced technologies, targeting specific international markets, revising pricing strategies, improving office infrastructure, and strengthening marketing channels through Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). Additionally, the importance of cultural sensitivity training is emphasized to improve client relationships and service delivery. By implementing these strategies, USLS Law Firm can achieve sustainable growth and maintain its reputation for delivering high-quality legal services, not only for local market, but also multinational and foreign markets.

Performance Appraisal of Permanent Lok Adalat in Haryana: A Comprehensive Analysis

This study aims to examine the implementation of Haryana Legal Services Authority (HALSA) provisions, evaluate the functioning of Lok Adalats, assess the effectiveness of mediation centers alongside PLAs, review the process for granting free legal aid, and analyze the challenges faced by Permanent Lok Adalats in Haryana. This study employs a multistage sampling approach, including structured interviews with stakeholders, open discussions, and observations for primary data collection, alongside secondary sources like annual reports and published studies. Quantitative tools such as averages and percentages, as well as qualitative content analysis, were used for data analysis, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of PLA performance. The study finds that awareness of HALSA provisions is primarily driven by print and social media, with moderate overall awareness among respondents. Beneficiaries are generally satisfied with HLSA services, although improvements in accessibility and responsiveness are needed. PLA proceedings are viewed positively regarding information clarity and timeliness, but challenges persist in transparency, communication, and the handling of personal details. The study highlights the need for better infrastructure, enhanced awareness, and support mechanisms to ensure equal access to justice and effective dispute resolution by PLAs in Haryana.

Comparison of Consumer Protection Laws Between Indonesia, the Philippines, and South Korea in Achieving Justice

Introduction: Consumer protection is an important aspect as a global phenomenon and is practically implemented by various countries in the world.Purpose of the Research: This research aims to describe the development of consumer protection regulations in Indonesia and to compare consumer protection between Indonesia, the Philippines and South Korea in realizing justice.Method of Research: Normative legal research by prioritizing comparative, conceptual and statutory approaches.Results of Research: The development of consumer protection regulations in Indonesia after the passing of the consumer protection law has actually facilitated the existence of consumer rights which are applied proportionally to consumer obligations. Even so, the practice of developments over time and technology also actually requires changes to consumer protection laws. In efforts to realize justice for consumers by referring to the consumer protection arrangements carried out by the Philippines and South Korea, Indonesia needs to optimize effective and substantive consumer complaint procedures as in the Philippines, including also referring to consumer protection practices carried out by South Korea by providing integrated legal assistance. for consumers in the consumer dispute process, both legal assistance in the form of consultations and legal assistance services in the form of lawyers for consumers.

REGULATION OF THE PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY OF LEGAL CONSULTANTS

Abstract. Legal consultants are the important component of the system of ensuring legal and social protection of the population, as well as maintaining law and order and justice in society. The importance of the professional activity of these persons determines the need to establish requirements for their qualifications and for the organization of the activity itself. This article examines the historical experience and features of state and alternative regulation of the activities of legal consultants. The initial regulation of the activities of persons providing paid legal services, from 1997 to 2005, was carried out at the state level through licensing and state control, then the activities of these persons were regulated in a civil law manner. In 2018, a specialized legislative act defined the status of a legal consultant and chambers of legal consultants, as well as fixed the mechanism for self-regulation in the field of legal assistance with mandatory participation of consultants in a self-regulatory organization. The article examines the provisions of legislative acts regulating the procedure for regulating the activities of legal consultants. Currently, the state imperatively establishes regulatory requirements for the qualifications of legal consultants, and also indirectly influences their activities by exercising regulatory, implementation and control functions in relation to the chambers in which they are members. In the context of self-regulation, it is the chambers that directly affect the activities of legal consultants, since they are endowed with regulatory and supervisory powers in relation to their members. The results of this study are to identify the specifics of regulating the activities of legal consultants, through different periods, as well as to identify the individual shortcomings of the current regulatory mechanism both in legislative acts and in practice of their application, with the development of proposals to eliminate them.

Exploration on the Construction of Central Legal Services District

Exploration on the Construction of Central Legal Services District

Where rookies prevail: Digital habitus and age‐based earnings differentials in online legal services

AbstractThis research investigates how and why the digitalization of work can disrupt age‐based earnings stratification in an occupation. Analysing a service archive dataset from a major online legal service platform in China, the study finds that, contrary to the traditional patterns of income inequality, younger lawyers earn more than older lawyers in the digital legal field. Further analyses of the platform's service records and interviews with lawyers working on this platform suggest that the platform's work content and work distribution mechanism make mature lawyers’ human, social and symbolic capital less useful. Meanwhile, the preferences of platform clients place added value on younger lawyers’ digital habitus and turn it into a new form of cultural capital, manifested in their proficiency and effectiveness in digital communication. By examining habitus and capital in the emerging digital legal field, this research deepens the understanding of the impact of digital technologies on knowledge‐intensive occupations.

Правове регулювання діяльності генеральних адвокатів у контексті євроінтеграції: виклики та можливості для України

This paper studies the problem of legal regulation of the activity of attorneys general in the context of European integration and its influence on the modern development of the legal system of Ukraine. The purpose of the article is to analyze the challenges that the country faces in the process of adapting national legislation to European standards in the field of advocacy, as well as to identify opportunities that this process can open up for Ukraine. The research used methods of scientific analysis and synthesis, in particular, systematization and generalization of existing scientific literature, analysis of the legislation of Ukraine and European countries, comparative analysis of legal systems, as well as study of the practice of applying European standards. In the course of the analysis, they were able to determine that the main conclusions of the study of the legal regulation of the activities of attorneys general in the context of European integration and challenges and opportunities for Ukraine take into account that the challenges that Ukraine faces in the context of European integration are the need to bring national legislation into line with European standards for activities of general advocates. This involves the revision and improvement of legal norms, the creation of transparent and clear rules regarding the professional conduct of lawyers, the establishment of effective mechanisms for licensing and control over their activities. On the other hand, European integration opens opportunities for Ukraine to improve the standards of providing legal services and improve the quality of legal aid. This can lead to an increase in the quality of the legal system, improved access to justice, increased confidence in the legal system, support for reforms in the judicial system, and attraction of investment and business support. Considering this, the solution of these tasks requires a systematic approach and active cooperation of all interested parties, both at the domestic and international levels.

“We need to confirm at least from two or three”: Healthcare workers’ discretion as gatekeepers in the context of the Ethiopian abortion law

IntroductionWomen’s access to legal and safe abortion is a vital means to reduce unsafe abortion, which in turn is known to reduce maternal morbidity and mortality. In 2005, Ethiopia enacted a relatively permissive abortion legislation. However, there is evidence that access to abortion care services may be challenging and controversial even if progressive abortion laws are in place. This article examines women’s access to abortion services from the perspective of healthcare workers in a rural setting in Ethiopia. Drawing on Lipsky’s theory of street-level bureaucrats, the article discusses healthcare workers’ discretion and the substantial authority they hold as gatekeepers to safe abortion services.MethodsThe study draws upon a qualitative, interpretative methodological approach, with in-depth semi-structured interviews with healthcare workers as the key method of data generation. The data was analyzed and interpreted thematically. Healthcare workers’ perspectives were examined with reference to the national abortion legislation and guidelines.ResultsThe findings reveal that healthcare workers make decisions on behalf of the women who seek abortion, and they involve parents and partners in abortion-related decision-making processes. Moreover, they assess the social context of the pregnancy such as the marital and economic statuses of the abortion-seeking women in ways that restrict women’s access to legally-endorsed abortion services.ConclusionsHealthcare workers’ practices in this rural area were found to challenge the basic provisions laid out in Ethiopia’s abortion legislation. Their negative discretion of the legislation contributes to the substantial barriers Ethiopian abortion-seeking women face in gaining access to legal abortion services, despite the presence of a progressive legal framework and guidelines.

DESAFIO DO ADVOGADO COM O IMPACTO DA INTELIGÊNCIA ARTIFICIAL

This study investigates the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the practice of law, analyzing the challenges and opportunities faced by lawyers in the face of this technological transformation. By considering the growing integration of AI in legal research, document analysis, and decision-making, we examine how this technology affects the work of legal professionals. We observe that, while AI can save time and enablegreater efficiency in the provision of legal services, it also presents ethical, legal, and practical challenges, such as issues of confidentiality, transparency, and impartiality. We highlight the importance of the professional training and updating of lawyers so that they can adapt to technological changes and capitalize on the opportunities offered by AI. We conclude that AI is redefining legal practice, providing new tools for lawyers as they continue to play their fundamental role as defenders of individual rights and promoters of a more effective and accessible administration of justice.

Research on the training path of Chinese foreign-related lawyers from an international perspective

With the economic globalization and the internationalization of the legal service market,the professional quality and international perspective of foreign-related lawyers have become important standards for measuring the level of a country’s legal services. This article aims to systematically study the training path for foreign-related lawyers in China, analyze the challenges and shortcomings of the current training model, and propose a new path for training foreign-related lawyers that adapts to Chinese characteristics based on the experience of training. First, the article explores the background and motivations for training foreign-related lawyers in China. With the globalization of China’s economy and the advancement of national strategies such as the “One Belt, One Road” initiative, Chinese companies have become more active on the international stage. In this context, it is particularly urgent to cultivate foreign-related lawyers with international vision and professional capabilities. In addition, the rapid changes in the international legal services market have also placed higher professional and skill requirements on foreign-related lawyers. Then, the article further analyzes the main challenges faced by the cultivation of foreign-related lawyers in China, including the high barriers to entry in the international legal service market, the disconnect between domestic legal education and practice, and the difficulties in cross-cultural.Furthermore,this article examines the British lawyer training model in detail. This model provides important inspiration for the training of foreign-related lawyers in China, especially in terms of professional practice ability training and professional ethics education. Finally, the article puts forward strategies for building a new path for cultivating foreign-related lawyers in China. It is recommended to be guided by the country’s foreign-related legal strategy, strengthen the dual education of legal professional ethics, focus on the close integration of legal education and practical work, and cultivate special talents who are proficient in the laws, cultures and languages of different countries. These measures will help enhance the international competitiveness of China’s foreign-related lawyers and better serve the country’s opening up and international cooperation.

China’s notarial system and new developments under the Foreign-related Rule of law

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution and current status of the notary system in mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macao. It also delves into the Appointed Attesting Officers system and the ongoing developments in the notary service industry. Mainland China’s notary public system has transitioned from an administrative system rooted in the planned economy’s growth to the professional legal services industry. The article presents a comparative analysis of the notary public systems in Hong Kong and Macao, along with a brief examination of the Appointed Attesting Officers system, designed to address the challenges posed by the different legal systems in these three areas. The article collects the new development documents and accomplishments achieved by China’s notary public industry. Also underscores the notary’s role in dispute prevention and its crucial role in Alternative Dispute Resolution. It offers a fresh perspective on the potential evolution of the notary public industry in the context of Foreign-related Rule-of-law. By enhancing the capacity of notarial services, strengthening the safeguards of the legal system, and actively participating in the Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanism, the notary service industry will continue to fulfill its unique legal functions in the context of the new era, thereby contributing to social harmony and stability.

AI in the Workplace: A Systematic Review of Skill Transformation in the Industry

AI applications streamline workflows, automate tasks, and require adaptive strategies for effective integration into business processes. This research explores the transformative influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on various industries, such as software engineering, automation, education, accounting, mining, legal services, and media. We investigate the relationship between technological advancements and the job market to identify relevant skills for individuals and organizations for implementing and managing AI systems and human–machine interactions necessary for actual and future jobs. We focus on the essential adaptations for individuals and organizations to flourish in this era. To bridge the gap between AI-driven demands and the existing capabilities of the workforce, we employ the Rapid Review methodology to explore the integration of AI in businesses, identify crucial skill sets, analyze challenges, and propose solutions in this dynamic age. We searched the Scopus database, screening a total of 39 articles, of which we selected 20 articles for this systematic review. The inclusion criteria focused on conference papers and journal articles from 2020 or later and written in English. The selected articles offer valuable insights into the impact of AI on education, business, healthcare, robotics, manufacturing, and automation across diverse sectors, as well as providing perspectives on the evolving landscape of expertise. The findings underscore the importance of crucial skill sets, such as technical proficiency and adaptability, to successfully adopt AI. Businesses respond strategically by implementing continuous skill adaptation and ethical technology to address challenges. The paper concludes by emphasizing the imperative of balanced skill development, proactive education, and strategic integration to navigate the profound impact of AI on the workforce effectively.

Uncovering community needs regarding violence against women and girls in southern Ethiopia: An explorative study.

Violence against women and girls (VAWG) is a significant global public health problem and a violation of human rights experienced by one in three women worldwide. This study explores community perceptions of and responses to VAWG and challenges in accessing support services among female violence survivors in Arbaminch City. We adopted a phenomenological explorative qualitative study design. A total of 62 participants including female violence survivors, religious leaders, service providers, police, women, and men in participated in interviews, focus group discussions, and observations in August 2022. Participants were selected purposively, and the findings were analyzed thematically. We applied data source and respondent triangulation to increase the findings' trustworthiness. Community perceptions of VAWG, specifically of intimate partner violence (IPV) and non-partner sexual violence (NPSV), varied depending on gender, age, and social position. IPV and NPSV were normalized through tolerance and denial by young and married men, while resistance to all forms of violence was common among women. Survivors of violence responded to the act of violence by leaving their homes, separating from their husbands, or taking harsh actions against their husbands, such as murder. Support for VAWG survivors was available through health care, free legal services, and a temporary shelter. Yet factors ranging from individual to societal levels, such as fear, lack of knowledge, lack of family and community support, and social and legal injustice, were barriers to accessing existing services. Nonetheless, violence survivors desired to speak about their experiences and seek psychosocial support. Our qualitative evidence gathered here can inform tailored VAWG prevention and response services such as interventions to shift social norms and the perception towards VAWG among different population group through raising awareness in schools, health care settings, faith-based venues, and using social media.

Implementation of gender-based violence screening guidelines in public HIV treatment programs: A mixed methods evaluation in Uganda.

HIV and gender-based violence (GBV) intersect to threaten population health. The Uganda Ministry of Health recommends routine GBV screening alongside HIV care but evidence detailing its implementation in HIV care settings is limited. We evaluated screening practices in public HIV clinics to generate evidence supporting GBV screening optimization. To evaluate GBV screening implementation in antiretroviral therapy (ART) clinics, we extracted client data from GBV registers at 12 public ART clinics in Uganda (January 2019-December 2021). We concurrently evaluated perceptions of GBV screening/referral practices by conducting in-depth qualitative interviews with providers (N = 30) and referral partners (N = 10). We contextualized quantitative findings with interview data which were analyzed using a thematic analysis approach. During the evaluation period, >90% of providers in participating health facilities implemented GBV screening. Among 107,767 clients served in public ART clinics, providers identified 9,290 (8.6%) clients who experienced past-year physical, sexual and/or emotional GBV of whom 86% received counseling and 19% were referred to support services-most commonly to legal services. Key factors influencing GBV screening implementation included awareness of screening guidelines; client volume; and client's level of engagement in HIV care. Providers and referral partners identified important benefits to clients (e.g., pursuit of justice and removal from violent environments) when referrals were successful. Key factors influencing referrals included financial constraints that limited referral partners' ability to provide services at no cost to clients and socio-cultural norms that inhibited client willingness to pursue support services. GBV screening implementation in ART clinics supports identification and referral of clients exposed to violence. The effectiveness of GBV screening may be limited by socio-cultural factors that inhibit client capacity to pursue referrals and fragmented and resource-constrained referral networks. Providers and referral partners identified allocating funds to support referrals and collaborative networking meetings as important opportunities for strengthening GBV referrals.

Design and Implementation of AI-based Judicial Big Data Intelligent Service Platform

Based on big data and artificial intelligence technology, the judicial big data intelligent service platform provides users with efficient and accurate legal consulting services. It has many functions such as intelligent question and answer, case analysis, and law inquiry. It also analyzes the application value of the intelligent legal consulting service platform in the field of judicial big data. By building an intelligent service platform, the rapid processing and analysis of massive judicial data has been realized, and the efficiency and quality of judicial work have been significantly improved. In addition, it emphasizes the importance of data management and quality control in the application of judicial big data, and puts forward specific measures to strengthen data management and quality control. With the continuous advancement of technology and the expansion of application fields, the platform is expected to achieve deep integration with other legal services, expand new application fields, and provide users with more comprehensive and efficient legal services. At the same time, it points out the problems that need to be paid attention to in the future development, such as data security, privacy protection and so on. Through in-depth analysis and research on judicial big data, the platform can provide strong support for judicial decision-making and promote the improvement of judicial justice and efficiency

Организация судебной работы в компании: вызовы, знания, технологии

The article deals with the main issues of organising claims and litigation work in large companies. The authors present a view based on their personal experience on the models of structuring the claims and litigation function within the legal service — by territory and using centres of competence. The article provides an overview of non-standard technological solutions used in the work of trial lawyers, which can optimise processes, make them cheaper and faster. The authors highlighted the approaches to assessing the effectiveness of trial lawyers, analysed the advantages and disadvantages of using a quantitative criterion for counting successful cases and its possible alternatives. Special attention is paid to the management and preservation of knowledge of the legal function of the company, the importance of methodology and services.

Создание единой юридической функции в компании

The article describes prerequisites, targets, tasks, stages and tools of the project for creation of the legal shared services centre (SSC) — unifying the legal function into a vertically integrated specialised centre rendering in-house legal services to the company’s business divisions on the basis of uniform rules and standards and with reasonable expenses, efficiency and high quality.

Caregivers and legal barriers: Navigating care of a family member diagnosed with cancer.

11034 Background: Caregivers of patients with cancer are vital for coordinating care, but the extent to which they encounter social and legal barriers is unknown.We performed a nationwide analysis of a legal navigation program to assess caregiver utilization of services. Methods: This is a retrospective analysis of caregivers who used the Triage Cancer Legal & Financial Navigation Program for legal navigation services on behalf of a family member with cancer or for questions regarding caregiver responsibilities. Triage Cancer is a national nonprofit that provides free education on legal and practical issues impacting patients with cancer. We gathered demographic, financial, disease-site, and legal navigation data and implemented Poisson regression models to explore factors associated with each type of primary legal concern that prompted a call for assistance. Results: We examined calls from 553 caregivers between 2021-23 for family members with cancer who were 54% male, 44% aged 40-64y, 51% White, 26% employed, 32% on employer-sponsored insurance, and 42% with income <$50k. Most prevalent cancer types were hematologic (23%), CNS (14%), GI (10%), and breast (9%). A majority of caregivers sought assistance with 1 (51%) or 2 (35%) legal barriers. Most common primary issue was health insurance (34% - including issues related to insurance options, navigation, appeals), followed by financial (22% - financial assistance, housing), disability (15% - insurance applications, claim appeals), other (18% - estate planning, wills, advanced directives; life insurance; family law; education; COVID), and employment (10% - time off, working through treatment, returning to work, job loss, job search, unemployment benefits). Compared to reference groups, caregivers of Black patients (RR 2.2) were more likely to call for financial barriers, patients aged 40-64y (RR 3.4) for disability insurance, uninsured individuals (RR 5.6) for health insurance, and those with income between $50-100k (RR 3.1) or patient age 0-39 (RR 5.2) for employment-related difficulties. Conclusions: This study highlights the social and legal navigation undertaken by caregivers of patients with cancer. It underscores an urgent need for accessible legal navigation that considers the caregiver alongside the patient as one family unit undergoing care. [Table: see text]

LEGALSEARCH.IO- Simplifying LEGAL SERVICES

Abstract:-LegalSearch.io is a proposed legal service platform aimed at revolutionizing the way individuals and businesses access legal assistance. In this abstract, we present a comprehensive research model for the development andimplementation of LegalSearch.io, focusing on the principles of modularity, interoperability, and scalability.The research model adopts a Loosely Coupled Model, emphasizing the decomposition of the platform into modular components, each responsible for specific functionalities. Through needs assessment, content audit, technical feasibility study, gamification research, and other research phases, we gather insights and recommendations to inform platform design and optimization.Key components of the research model include a modular architecture, API-driven integration, microservices design, service-oriented principles, continuous integration and delivery, containerization, orchestration, and scalability strategies. These components enable LegalSearch.io to build a flexible and extensible platform that meets the diverse. Index Term- stramlining legal services, legal securities , affodable service.

The Institutional Hearing Program and the Incarceration-to-Deportation Pipeline

Through our study of the Institutional Hearing Program (IHP), we examine how immigration courts within prisons enforce immigration law over individuals serving criminal sentences. Drawing from interviews with legal services providers, community advocates, and impacted immigrants in New York City, we examine due process, inequality, and legal strategies in the context of the IHP. Findings demonstrate the disproportionate punishment of Black and Brown incarcerated immigrants, as well as restricted access to information, distant placement of IHP prisons, and scarce funding for representing incarcerated individuals in immigration proceedings, all of which create challenges for legal advocates' chances of success. We argue that sanctuary provisions in NYC exclude certain migrants by marking them with the stigma of criminal records in over-surveilled neighborhoods and physically exporting them outside city borders to state prisons, where specific policies toward their expedited deportation (such as the IHP) take place. The IHP is a key site on a pipeline from incarceration to deportation that must be drastically limited, or ultimately eradicated, to ensure justice for criminalized immigrants.