Handbook on European Law Relating to Access to Justice Published

On Wednesday, 22 June, 2016, EU Agency for Fundamental RIghts (FRA) and the European Court of Human Rights launched the practical Handbook on European law relating to access to justice. The handbook s...

On Wednesday, 22 June, 2016, EU Agency for Fundamental RIghts (FRA) and the European Court of Human Rights launched the practical Handbook on European law relating to access to justice.

The handbook seeks to raise awareness of the relevant legal standards set by the European Union (EU) and the Council of Europe, particularly through the case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union and the European Court of Human Rights. The handbook is designed to serve as a practical guide for lawyers, judges and other legal practitioners involved in litigation in the EU and in Council of Europe member states, as well as for individuals who work for non-governmental organisations and other entities that deal with the administration of justice.

On the occasion of publishing the handbook, the FRA’s Director, MIchael O’Flaherty said “This practical guide provides legal practitioners with a key legal resource to help them actively support all those who face barriers in fully and effectively enjoying access to justice.”

To download the handbook, click here.