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The rule of law is the foundation of any prosperous society.

In Jamaica, where crime rates have posed significant challenges to development, the enforcement of the rule of law is crucial. According to 2022 report, Jamaica's crime and violence cost the economy approximately 4% of GDP annually. This stark statistic underscores the importance of a strong, fair, and efficient legal system to ensure safety, drive investment, and foster social stability.

In light of this, strengthening the legal system and promoting legal innovation are vital for Jamaica’s future. Legal professionals, particularly those in the bar, play a pivotal role in upholding justice and fostering trust in the system.

At UUÂãÁÄÖ±²¥, we are deeply committed to supporting the rule of law worldwide.

Our mission is to ensure that justice is accessible to all, and we believe that collaboration and a profound understanding of the law are key to achieving this goal.

We are proud to collaborate with senior members of the Jamaican Bar to advance the rule of law by providing summaries of the following Jamaican statutes, which are essential to the legal framework:

• The Domestic Violence Act
• The Trafficking in Persons (Prevention, Suppression, and Punishment) Act
• The Sexual Harassment (Protection and Prevention) Act, 2021

These statute summaries are freely available to download and are part of our commitment to advancing the rule of law and improving the legal system around the world.

Download your free statutes summaries here →

Supporting Jamaican attorneys

We understand the challenges Jamaican attorneys encounter in their daily practice like outdated legal technology or struggling to find the right legal information. That's why we have developed Lexis+, advanced legal research tools and practical guidance to help Jamaican attorneys work faster and more efficiently. With instant access to legal information at their fingertips, focus on what truly matters – achieving justice for clients and driving meaningful change in the legal system.

Try Lexis+ for free today →

Why the Rule of Law matters

The rule of law is the foundation for peaceful, equitable, and prosperous societies. It means that no one is above the law and that there must be equality under the law, transparency, an independent judiciary, and access to justice. Currently, 5.2 billion people are outside the umbrella protections of the rule of law. Through our efforts, we aspire to bring people back under these crucial protections.

Our commitment

At UUÂãÁÄÖ±²¥, we are dedicated to enhancing legal transparency, accountability, human rights, and justice reform. Our non-profit organization, the , seeks to independently measure and invest in programs that promote these values worldwide. We also offer the , an interactive tool that quantifies the relationship between the rule of law and social and economic development.

In 2023, we partnered with the Legal Information Access Centre (LIAC) to expand digital platforms, providing underserved communities with access to vital legal resources and tools.

We also supported a Kenyan training program for law students, an initiative to promote transparency in public procurement in India, and projects focused on enhancing legal aid in rural communities globally.

Other initiatives we supported in 2023 include training programs for law students in Kenya, efforts to promote transparency in public procurement in India, and projects focused on enhancing legal aid in rural communities globally.

For more about our awards, recognitions, and additional projects, read the full report .

Join us today and be part of a transformative movement

We invite Jamaican attorneys to join us in our mission to advance the rule of law. Download your free statute summaries today and discover how UUÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ can support your legal practice with our advanced research tools

Together, we can make a difference and ensure that justice is accessible to all.

Other ways UUÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ supports Jamaican attorneys:

Thought leadership reports > Research & Reports | UUÂãÁÄÖ±²¥

Blog posts> Future of Law | UUÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Blogs

Lexis+ training sessions > Lexis+ UK Research and Guidance public drop-in training sessions

Upcoming webinar > Webinar: The future of Caribbean law – challenges, growth & harnessing AI