The Association of Qualified Legal Representatives (AQLR) is the national professional body for Qualified Legal Representatives (QLRs) working within family law and criminal defence.
We are dedicated to supporting legal professionals appointed under statutory provisions to cross-examine vulnerable witnesses in place of self-representing parties
We champion fairness, advocate for systemic reform, and uphold the highest standards of advocacy in the justice system.
Our Mission
AQLR is here to
Upholding Advocacy
Advocate for justice through ethical representation
Supporting QLRs
Support QLRs with training, tools, and peer support
Advancing Justice
Influence legal reform by voicing the QLR perspective in policy
Advance access to justice
Advance access to justice in family and criminal proceedings