Financing Legal Empowerment in the Digital Era: A Comparative Study with Lessons for Moldova

Abstract

This paper delves into the nuanced interplay between legal empowerment, digital technologies, and financing models within the Republic of Moldova. It unpacks how digital solutions can bridge the justice gap, offering a lens through which the justice system becomes more accessible and efficient. Through comparative analysis with EU and non-EU countries, the study highlights Moldova's imperative to refine its digital legal empowerment strategies to ensure inclusivity and scalability. Key strategies such as enhancing digital infrastructure and literacy, alongside exploring innovative funding avenues, are identified as crucial. The research suggests a balanced array of challenges and opportunities as Moldova progresses in digital legal service development, emphasizing the need for equitable tech implementation. This paper contributes insightful analysis into the amalgamation of legal empowerment and digital technologies, proposing forward-thinking recommendations for strategic planning and international cooperation to bolster legal empowerment and access to justice in Moldova and beyond. JEL: K15, O33, P35, H41, O17; UDC: 004.78:[336.1:347.9](478)