Case study

MH17 Trial Made Understandable for Next of Kin

How do you make a complex international trial understandable for next of kin and the general public? For the communication around the MH17 trial, we translated legal procedures into clear visual explanations.
Client

MH17 Foundation

Date

2021-2023

From procedure to understanding

An international trial involves many procedures, parties, and trajectories. For next of kin and the public, it is crucial to understand these processes. In collaboration with Marieke de Hoon from PILPG (Public International Law & Policy Group), we developed a series of visualizations that explain step by step how this case proceeds.

The visualizations bring structure to complex information. They show the connection between different procedures and clarify which steps are taken when. Legal terms are carefully explained without compromising precision.

The result is a set of communication tools that contributes to transparency and understanding. They support next of kin in following the case and help the public understand the procedures.

Overview of trial procedure
Timeline of the process
Detail of procedural flow
Involved parties overview
Process diagram
Court structure
Phase 1 visualization
Phase 2 visualization
Legal process steps
Stakeholder interactions
Detailed view procedures
Process description visualization
Detailed timeline
Courtroom procedures
Visual step-by-step plan
Final process overview
The visualizations provide next of kin with guidance in a complex legal process. They help in understanding the different steps and procedures in this important case.
Marieke de Hoon

PILPG Legal Expert

By making legal procedures visual, we create clarity in an emotionally charged case. Careful communication is essential here.
Lead Designer

Patroon

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Maurits Fornier - Lawyer + designer

Maurits Fornier

Lawyer + designer