Public International Law & Policy Group
Jolien Quispel is a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in international law, humanitarian law, and legal research. Currently serving as a Senior Research Associate and Counsel at the Public International Law & Policy Group since June 2013, Jolien also undertakes freelance translation for the British Red Cross on a project concerning Customary International Humanitarian Law. Previous roles include Assistant Practice Manager at Visa Law Immigration Lawyers, Research Fellow for International Humanitarian Law at the British Red Cross, and various positions in prestigious legal institutions such as the Inter-American Court of Human Rights and the International Criminal Court. Educational achievements include an LL.M. in International Human Rights and Criminal Justice from Utrecht University, a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from Leo Cussen Centre for Law, and dual Bachelor’s degrees from the University of Melbourne.
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Public International Law & Policy Group
The Public International Law & Policy Group, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, operates as a non-profit, global pro bono law firm providing free legal assistance to its clients, which include governments, sub-state entities, and civil society groups worldwide. PILPG provides pro bono legal counsel to clients on peace negotiation, drafting of post-conflict constitutions, creation and operation of transitional justice mechanisms, and ways to strengthen the rule of law and effective institutions. Since 1995, we have worked with over 40 state and non-state parties and provided legal assistance to all major war crimes tribunals. We maintain close partnerships with 12 of the top 15 law firms and have over 700 alumni working in the fields of law, government, foreign policy, business, and social advocacy around the world.