Providing Legal Support Services for Juvenile Clients
BABSEACLE, in collaboration with, White & Case LLP and Legal Consultation Center, Faculty of Law Chiang Mai University organized a 2-day workshop on “Providing Legal Support Services for Juvenile Clients” on July 6-7, 2024.
The participants included law students from Chiang Mai University and law students from Australia, who are part of the BABSEACLE International Legal Studies Externship Program.
The workshop focused on developing practical skills and emphasize, ethics and professional responsibility. Participants explored the ethical considerations essential in providing legal support to juvenile clients, ensuring they are equipped with both the necessary technical skills and a deep understanding of their ethical obligations as future legal practitioners.
A key feature of this workshop was its use of interactive teaching methods and hands-on experiences, providing students with both theoretical knowledge and practical insights into the complexities of working with juvenile clients.
Thank you to the trainers from White & Case Singapore office for the invaluable contribution.
Date: 6-7 July 2024
Organizers: White & Case and BABSEACLE
Location: Faculty of Law, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Participants: Law students at Chiang Mai University
The training workshop aimed at equipping law students with essential skills in providing legal support services for juvenile clients. Organized by White & Case in collaboration with BABSEACLE, this workshop is a testament to our shared commitment to advancing legal education and promoting pro bono initiatives.
Topics
- Definition of a juvenile
- Determining Who is the client
- Initial Stages of Legal Assistance
- Engaging with the juvenile client
- Explaining the juvenile’s options
- Building a Relationship with the juvenile Client
- Working with trauma
- Mock Interviews
In addition to practical skills, the workshop places a strong emphasis on ethics and professional responsibility. Participants will explore the ethical considerations essential in providing legal support to juvenile clients, ensuring that they are equipped not only with the necessary technical skills but also with a deep understanding of their ethical obligations as legal practitioners.
One of the highlights of this workshop is its emphasis on interactive teaching methods and hands-on experiences, ensuring that students not only gain theoretical knowledge but also practical insights into the complexities of working with juvenile clients. Through this interactive learning approach, participants will be better prepared to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable juvenile who require legal support.
Contact:
For more information, contact BABSEACLE team at [email protected]
