A legal initiative led by students at the University of Aberdeen has been shortlisted for a major industry honour.
The Aberdeen Law Project is in the running for the Pro Bono Award at The Herald Law Awards of Scotland, recognising the impact of its work supporting the local community through free legal advice and representation, as well as community empowerment initiatives and outreach.
Supported by the University's School of Law, the Aberdeen Law Project provides practical legal experience for student volunteers while delivering valuable support and information to members of the public.
Congratulating the team on the achievement, Professor Justin Borg-Barthet, Head of the School of Law at the University of Aberdeen, said: “The School of Law and the broader University of Aberdeen are so proud of what the Law Project has achieved at the University and in our wider community. This is thoroughly well-deserved recognition of your exceptional, and exceptionally meaningful, work.”
Poppy Li, Student Director of the Aberdeen Law Project, added: “This nomination is a testament to the hard work, dedication and compassion of our entire team. Every volunteer has played a part in making a positive difference, and we're incredibly proud to see that collective effort recognised.”
The shortlist highlights the dedication of the Aberdeen Law Project's student volunteers and the positive contribution they continue to make across the north-east of Scotland.
The award ceremony will be held on November 12 in Glasgow.