Seeking the Rule of Law in the Absence of the State: Transitional Justice and Policing in Opposition-Controlled Syria Pt. III

This report is this third in a three-part series focusing on the current status and lessons learned relating to transitional justice and policing initiatives in opposition-controlled Syria. Part III explores the critical role of legal professionals in the various justice and security initiatives that have been attempted or are currently in place in areas outside of the control of the government, and examines the role of local governance organisations in such initiatives. In conclusion, Part III also provides a brief summary of lessons learned and recommendations for future efforts based upon these lessons.