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The Journal of Paralegal Access to Justice provides a forum for licensed paralegals and paralegal educators to critically examine issues related to the scope of paralegal practice and the role of paralegals in advancing access to justice.

The journal is edited by Humber faculty and features articles written by Humber paralegal students.

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Latest Edition - 2024

The 2024 edition features a diverse collection of articles written by paralegal students and edited by law professors and legal professionals. Topics covered include housing rights, Shari'ah law, human rights, self-representation, procedural fairness, artificial intelligence, persons with disabilities, and the experiences of Indigenous communities, among others.

Part A: Access to Justice and Housing Rights
1. Inquisitorial Process & Procedural Fairness Electronic Hearings at the Landlord Tenant Board
2. Access to Accelerated Justice for Landlords and Tenants

Part B: Access to Justice and Artificial Intelligence
3. Technology Barriers in Legal Systems
4. The AI-Justice Paradox: The Need for a Human-Centered Approach to Ensure Fairness for Self-Represented Litigants
5. Revolutionizing Access to Justice Through AI-Powered Mediation

Part C: Access to Justice and Human Rights
6. Breaking Down Barriers: The Impact of Paralegals on Providing Access to Justice for Individuals with Disabilities
7. Utilizing Paralegal Knowledge for Human Rights

Part D: Access to Justice and Constitutional Issues 
8. Shariah meets Living Tree Doctrine
9. Navigating Crown-Indigenous