Federal Law Minister highlights legal aid access
The launch ceremony of the ‘Wakeel Online’ app was held in Islamabad, with Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar stating that even those who cannot afford legal fees will be able to seek assistance through this platform.
German Ambassador Alfred Grannas praised the public’s interest in the app, calling it impressive.
Federal Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, in his speech, mentioned that efforts to provide legal assistance to millions of Pakistanis began in 2020. He noted that legal procedures are now less complicated than before.
Around 700,000 people in Pakistan are already aware of the Wakeel Online app.
1,000 lawyers have registered on the app, with many more undergoing a screening process.
German Ambassador Alfred Grannas also addressed the event, stating that Wakeel Online has transitioned from a project to a fully operational app.
He expressed optimism that the app will offer effective legal support to litigants and prove beneficial in the future.
