Who this is relevant for
The process is suitable for individual applicants, families, law firms and organisations that need an independently reviewed and well-structured record. Complex cases may require local court documents, interpreters, country specialists or an urgent domestic lawyer.
Scope and procedure
First we identify the responsible state or actor and the alleged conduct. Next we screen the available routes: Special Procedures, treaty-body communications, specialised working-group procedures or other legal channels. A relevant UN mandate does not by itself establish admissibility or indicate the best time to file.
Evidence, strategy and submission preparation
We build a master chronology, separate proven facts from allegations, add document and translation references, and test the credibility of each key assertion. Before submission, we review consent, any request for confidentiality, disclosure risks, parallel proceedings, dates and realistic objectives. Counsel gives final approval where regulated legal representation is required.
Practical checklist
- Stage 1 — conflict screening and non-sensitive intake.
- Stage 2 — mechanism fit, jurisdiction and urgency assessment.
- Stage 3 — chronology, corroboration and documentary index.
- Stage 4 — drafting, rights analysis, risk and consent review.
- Stage 5 — client sign-off, submission support and a realistic follow-up plan.
Key considerations and documents
| Issue | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Input | Timeline, responsible actors, domestic decisions and supporting documents. |
| Legal review | Mandate or treaty competence, admissibility and parallel proceedings. |
| Safety review | Victim naming, witness risks, secure storage and disclosure choices. |
| Output | Reviewed draft and annex index; no guarantee of UN action. |
What outcomes and limitations should you expect?
We do not invent evidence, pressure witnesses, offer direct access to the UN or promise specific UN action. We document uncertainties explicitly and may advise not to file if the evidence or procedural basis is inadequate.
How our team can help
The firm or service provider must identify its actual responsible legal entity, the qualifications of its professionals and the limits of services offered. Prospective clients receive a clear description of the scope, confidentiality practices and potential conflicts before sensitive materials are requested.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need my entire criminal case file immediately?
No. Initial screening should use a concise non-sensitive summary; sensitive records are requested only through a defined secure process.
Can local counsel work alongside you?
Yes, with clear roles, client authority and lawful access to records.
Will my name be public?
It depends on the mechanism and the information shared. Disclosure risks must be assessed before submission, not assumed away.
Request an assessment
Request a defined-scope review and we will explain the documentation needed for the next step.
Next step: Request a confidential case assessment.
Related pages
- Confidential Human Rights Case Assessment
- UN Human Rights Mechanism and Eligibility Assessment
- Human Rights Evidence Collection and Case Documentation
Official references
Independent informational website. Not an official United Nations or OHCHR service. UN mechanisms assess matters independently; filing does not guarantee intervention, an outcome or a particular timeline.