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Are you a guardian, supporter, teacher, counsellor, or trusted adult working with young people going through an asylum procedure? This video offers an accessible insight into the appeal procedure tailored to young people, and is therefore a valuable tool.

Since 1 September 2025, anyone in Belgium can submit his/her conflicts in civil, corporate and social matters to the Chamber for Amicable Settlement (KMS). The KMS is an alternative to a traditional court case. Here, parties solve problems by talking to each other. The judge guides the conversation, but you keep the reins in your own hands.

On 31 January 2025, the Federal Government Agreement was published. This comprehensive 200-page document outlines the policy plans for the 2025-2029 coalition period and contains reforms within various areas of competence, including justice. Advocaat.be thoroughly analysed the agreement and reacted with a note on the proposals that have an impact on the legal profession and on the legal protection of citizens.

Prof Charlotte Colman surprised with her children's book "Who's in jail?", giving children a first look into the world of criminology. In this interview, Prof Colman highlights why informing children at an early age about law and justice is vital. Her book bridges complex topics with childlike curiosity: "Children pick up things but have gaps in their knowledge. We need to fill these gaps with neutral information tailored to the child, otherwise they will go looking for themselves or their imagination will fill in the blanks." The proceeds of "Who's in prison?" go to CAW East Flanders, for the benefit of children of parents in detention.

Prof Charlotte Colman surprised with her children's book "Who's in jail?", giving children a first look into the world of criminology. In this interview, Prof Colman highlights why informing children at an early age about law and justice is vital. Her book bridges complex topics with childlike curiosity: "Children pick up things but have gaps in their knowledge. We need to fill these gaps with neutral information tailored to the child, otherwise they will go looking for themselves or their imagination will fill in the blanks." The proceeds of "Who's in prison?" go to CAW East Flanders, for the benefit of children of parents in detention.

From now on, citizens can use Just-on-web to search whether a justice of the peace has already ruled on your case. We briefly explain how you can do that.