Legal Clinic Myanmar – Let's promote and protect basic legal rights in Myanmar

Bridging Law, Strengthening Justice, Building Lives
Seeding Justice, Empowering Rights from the ground up

About Legal Clinic Myanmar

Legal Clinic Myanmar (LCM) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the rule of law, justice, and human rights in Myanmar. Established in 2011, we empower communities through legal aid, education, advocacy, and humanitarian support, ensuring access to justice for vulnerable groups.

What We Do: Our Core Programs & Projects

Our comprehensive programs are designed to promote legal justice, strengthen the rule of law, and empower communities across Myanmar. Our work extends across vital areas to address the most pressing legal and human rights challenges, transforming lives and fostering a more just society.
We are committed to making a tangible impact through our strategic programs, which are built upon.

Our Programmatic Pillors

Legal Aid Services & Paralegal Assistance

We provide essential legal support to those who need it most, from expert advice and legal representation to peaceful dispute resolution within communities.

Legal Awareness & Training

We believe that knowledge is power, so our programs are dedicated to building legal literacy and capacity across the country through community awareness sessions and training for legal professionals.

Research & Advocacy

We use evidence-based research to advocate for a fairer legal system, producing detailed briefs and facilitating dialogues to drive systemic change.

Social & Humanitarian Support

In times of crisis, we provide direct support to those affected, offering humanitarian aid, financial assistance, and other support to help them rebuild their lives.

Enhancing Human Capital

We are committed to nurturing the next generation of legal professionals in Myanmar through internship programs and capacity-building seminars for law students and young lawyers.

Our Services: How We Empower & Assist

We provide direct legal and educational services through diverse, client-centered methods to ensure access to justice and build resilient communities:

Free Legal Aid & Representation

Comprehensive Support: From consultations and advice to full court representation.
Client-Centered Approaches: We utilize Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) for amicable settlements and Trauma-Informed Lawyering to provide a safe, trusting, and empowering environment, preventing re-traumatization.
Community Reach: Our empowered community paralegals extend justice deep into local areas, offering vital first-line assistance and referrals.
Always Accessible: Get guidance via our 24/7 hotline, online consultations, or in-person at our 10 operation areas across Myanmar.

Capacity Building & Professional Training:

Empowering Knowledge: Programs designed to raise legal awareness and build practical skills from the grassroots to legal professionals.
Free Community Training: Extensive programs for communities and paralegals.
Professional Training: Specialized, paid courses for legal professionals, corporations, and CSOs, with proceeds reinvested into our non-profit work.
Customized Training: We offer specialized, advanced legal/ protection training tailored for professionals, corporations, and civil society organizations. For Customized Training inquiries, please.

Advocacy & Research

Driving Change: We use evidence-based research and targeted advocacy to influence legal and policy reform, ensuring a more just and equitable society.
Legal & Policy Briefs: We produce detailed legal and policy briefs to inform decision-makers.
Advocacy & Dialogues: We facilitate workshops and dialogues to engage with stakeholders and advance our advocacy goals.

Integrated Support Services

Holistic Assistance: Beyond legal aid, we address broader community needs.
Referral Services: Connecting survivors of violence to crucial medical, shelter, and psychosocial support.
Legal Review & Translation: Ensuring accuracy and accessibility of legal documents.
Social & Humanitarian Assistance: Providing timely, needs-based support to survivor and crisis-affected communities.

News and Updates

Latest Information

The Role of Legal Community Organizations in Society

Aug 15, 2025

Training

The Role of Legal Community Organizations in Society

In every society, access to justice is a cornerstone of peace, equality, and development. Yet, for many individuals—especially those in...

Enhancing Access to Justice and Community Legal Empowerment Through Community Paralegals

Feb 11, 2025

Training

Enhancing Access to Justice and Community Legal Empowerment Through Community Paralegals

In an effort to strengthen access to justice and empower communities, Legal Clinic Myanmar (LCM) continues to invest in its...

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Your support enables Legal Clinic Myanmar to continue advancing the rule of law, justice, and human rights. Every contribution directly empowers vulnerable communities.