Pascoe Pleasence

Pascoe Pleasence is a Professor of Empirical Legal Studies at University College London's Faculty of Laws and co-director of the Centre for Empirical Legal Studies. He specializes in social science research methods, focusing on access to justice, legal capability, and legal profession structures. His work spans interdisciplinary fields including public health, psychology, and disability studies.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts (Honours), University College London (1987)
• Master of Philosophy, University of Cambridge (1989)
• Diploma of Law, City, University of London (1990)
• Bar Vocational Qualification, The City Law School (1991)

His research explores the intersection of law with policy, sociology, and public health. Notable contributions include shaping the United Nations' SDG Target 16.3.3 on civil justice access and developing the World Justice Project's access to justice metrics. He has advised over 20 countries on legal systems and co-led the English and Welsh Civil and Social Justice Survey.

Awards & Affiliations:

• Fellow of the Royal Statistical Society
• Member, International Group of Experts on the Measurement of Access to Justice
• Member, International Legal Aid Group

His advisory roles include positions at the Legal Services Commission (UK) and OECD, focusing on legal services regulation and policy. He co-directs UCL’s Centre for Empirical Legal Studies, advancing empirical research in legal academia.