117 QMLAC students recognised in Clinical Legal Education Recognition List

29 September 2026

The new national list, published by the Clinical Legal Education Organisation (CLEO) and endorsed by the Attorney General’s Pro Bono Committee, recognises law students who have completed 25 hours or more of legal assistance through their university clinics and programmes during the past academic year.

A total of 1,881 students from 36 universities across England and Wales were named on the inaugural list, including 117 students who undertook their clinical legal education through the Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre. The initiative is the first national scheme of its kind globally specifically recognising law students’ contribution through clinical legal education.

Through their work at QMLAC, students support the provision of free legal advice and assistance to individuals and communities while developing practical legal skills and experiencing the law in action. Their work can include interviewing clients, carrying out legal research, drafting advice and supporting a wide range of legal advice and public legal education projects.

We are incredibly proud of all 117 QMLAC students recognised on this year’s inaugural list and of the time, commitment and professionalism they have shown in supporting QMLAC’s access to justice work.

The full Student Clinical Legal Education Recognition List can be viewed at probonorecognitionlist.org.uk.