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A decade of impact: 10 key PILS collaborations

See what public interest litigation looks like in practice in our Impact Report.

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Telling the story of The PILS Project

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Exclusive Q&A with Bryan Stevenson

The legendary US public interest lawyer joined PILS for a conversation about justice, peace and using law as a tool for change.

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I'm an NGO - I need support I'm a Solicitor - I need support What is Public Interest Litigation?

The PILS Project stands for ‘Public Interest Litigation Support’.

We are Northern Ireland’s first and only legal project dedicated to helping local NGOs and legal professionals to build public interest litigation.

These are life-changing legal cases that create positive impact, not just for one person, but for communities across Northern Ireland.

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PILS Blog: What’s in a name?

Emma Cassidy, PILS Senior Engagement Coordinator “If the Ministry of Justice had written a briefing that the deputy PM was...

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Law Society of NI’s human rights group reacts to ‘Rights Removal Bill’

The Law Society of Northern Ireland’s Human Rights and Equality Group have issued a firm condemnation of the legislation that...

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A tribute to Lorraine Cox

The PILS Project were desperately saddened to learn of the untimely death of Lorraine Cox-Connolly on 15 July 2022.

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