Courses for Lawyers

Whether you are new to criminal practice or looking to deepen your expertise, the CLAS Training Programme 2026 offers practical training to help you navigate criminal matters with greater confidence.

Missed our live sessions? The training is now available on demand, giving you the flexibility to learn at your own pace and select the modules most relevant to your practice and pro bono work.

Practical training for criminal practice

Explore a range of modules covering criminal law and practice, from foundational topics to more complex issues you may encounter when representing clients.

Learn from an experienced faculty of criminal law practitioners, specialists and psychiatrists, who bring practical perspectives and insights from their respective fields.

The programme is suitable for:

• Lawyers who are new to criminal practice or interested in taking on criminal pro bono matters

• CLAS volunteers looking to strengthen or refresh their knowledge

• Experienced practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise in specific areas

Each module places a strong emphasis on practical application, helping you translate your learning into more effective client representation.

Private CPD Points are available for eligible modules, subject to the applicable requirements.

Learn at your own pace. Strengthen your practice. Be better equipped for your next criminal pro bono matter.

The Community Law Training Programme 2026 is designed to equip legal professionals and volunteers with the practical knowledge and skills to better support vulnerable and underserved communities.

If you missed our live webinars, you can now access the training on demand and learn at your own pace.

Practical learning for community law practice

Explore a curated series of modules covering key areas of community law, including:

• Divorce and family law

• Mental capacity and deputyship

• Supporting persons with invisible disabilities

• Other legal issues relevant to serving the community

Learn from experienced practitioners and subject matter experts, with each module focusing on practical application and issues you may encounter when assisting clients.

Whether you are new to pro bono work, looking to volunteer in a new area or an experienced practitioner seeking to refresh or deepen your knowledge, you can select the modules most relevant to you.

Private CPD Points are available for eligible modules, subject to the applicable requirements.

Learn at your own pace and be better equipped for your next pro bono matter.