Design thinking, a better method for legal services

Abstract

In this project we will address the discipline of legal design and how it can improve legal services, through a synthesis of various design thinkers. The paper will first introduce the concept of design and the birth of design thinking. We will explore the fluid nature of the discipline, trying to explain its essence according to its most important thinkers; furthermore, we will navigate through its use in different disciplines. Then, to copulate design thinking with legal services, we will set a basic understanding of its nature and operation. Finally, we will ground our work in legal design services as a consequence of design thinking as applied in the juridical industry, and, through casework, we will demonstrate its usefulness in improving them.