Terms of Service

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of Ratio. — The Digital Court Society ("the platform"), an educational advocacy training platform operated by Giquina Management Holdings Ltd (GMH Ltd), a company registered in England and Wales ("we", "our", or "us"). Please read these Terms carefully before using the platform.

1. Service Description

Ratio. is a constitutional advocacy training platform designed for UK law students, legal academics, and aspiring legal professionals. The platform provides:

• Moot court session organisation and management, including live video hearings via Daily.co
• AI-powered judicial feedback and argument analysis for educational practice
• Case law research tools and legal resource libraries
• Advocacy skills tracking, ranking systems, and digital portfolios
• Chamber-based community features and peer collaboration
• The Law Book — a collaborative legal knowledge base
• Constitutional governance simulation (Parliament, Tribunal, Executive)
• Legal case simulations with AI-generated analysis, evidence evaluation, and document generation
• Client Matter Intake — an AI-guided matter structuring service for members of the public, including fact extraction, legal issue identification, evidence gap analysis, and structured matter file generation

The platform is accessible at ratiothedigitalcourtsociety.com.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account or otherwise accessing the platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms, our Privacy Policy, our Code of Conduct, our Cookie Policy, and our Referral Programme Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the platform.

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated through the platform. Your continued use following such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

3. Eligibility

Ratio. is designed for law students, legal academics, aspiring legal professionals, and members of the public seeking to structure their legal matters. To use the platform, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be currently enrolled in, or have completed, a programme of legal study at a recognised institution, have a genuine professional interest in legal advocacy training, or be a member of the public using the Client Matter Intake service
• Provide accurate and truthful information during registration
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction

We reserve the right to verify your eligibility and to refuse or revoke access at our discretion. Accounts found to belong to individuals under 18 will be terminated immediately.

4. Account Registration and Responsibilities

To access the platform, you must create an Advocate account via our authentication provider (Clerk). You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• All activity that occurs under your account, whether or not authorised by you
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorised access to or use of your account at contact@ratiothedigitalcourtsociety.com
• Ensuring that your profile information remains accurate and up to date

You may not create multiple accounts, share your account with others, or transfer your account to another person without our prior written consent. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that appear to be duplicated or shared.

5. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use the platform in a manner consistent with its purpose as a constitutional training ground for legal advocacy. You must not:

• Use the platform for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law
• Harass, abuse, threaten, or intimidate other Advocates or any person
• Impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation with any entity
• Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any code of a destructive nature
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to other accounts, platform systems, or data
• Scrape, crawl, or use automated tools to extract data from the platform without authorisation
• Interfere with or disrupt the integrity or performance of the platform
• Use the platform to provide, advertise, or solicit professional legal services
• Use AI-generated content dishonestly in contexts where original work is expected, such as Law Book contributions or moot arguments
• Engage in any form of academic dishonesty or misrepresentation of qualifications
• Record, distribute, or share video moot court sessions without the consent of all participants

Violations may result in account suspension or termination, and referral to the Tribunal for adjudication in accordance with the Code of Conduct. Serious violations may be reported to relevant authorities where required by law.

6. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the platform — including but not limited to the design, source code, text, graphics, logos, trademarks, the "Ratio." name, and all associated branding — are the property of Giquina Management Holdings Ltd or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws of England and Wales and international treaties.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to access and use the platform for its intended educational purposes. This licence does not include the right to:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display any part of the platform
• Modify, create derivative works from, or reverse-engineer the platform
• Commercially exploit any content, feature, or functionality
• Use the Ratio. name, logo, or branding without express written permission

7. User Content

Advocates may contribute content to the platform, including Law Book entries, session submissions, argument texts, case briefs, and research notes ("User Content"). By submitting User Content, you:

• Retain ownership of your original work, subject to the licence granted below
• Grant Ratio. a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable licence to use, display, reproduce, modify, and distribute your User Content on the platform for the purposes of operating, improving, and promoting the service
• Warrant that your User Content is original or that you have the necessary rights to submit it, and that it does not infringe the intellectual property rights or other rights of any third party
• Acknowledge that Law Book contributions are subject to editorial review and may be edited, approved, or rejected at the discretion of the editorial team
• Acknowledge that User Content may be used to improve AI models and platform features, in anonymised and aggregated form

We reserve the right to remove any User Content that violates these Terms, the Code of Conduct, or applicable law, without prior notice.

8. AI Services and Educational Disclaimer

Ratio. incorporates artificial intelligence features, including the AI Judge, argument analysis tools, and case law research assistance. These AI-powered services are provided strictly for educational practice and training purposes only. You acknowledge and agree that:

• All AI Judge output — including rulings, scores, and feedback — is generated for educational practice only and carries no legal authority, precedential value, or professional standing
• AI-generated feedback, analysis, and suggestions must not be relied upon for real legal proceedings, court filings, client advice, or any matter with legal consequences
• AI responses may contain inaccuracies, hallucinations, outdated information, or errors of law, and all output should be independently verified and critically evaluated
• Case law references, statutory citations, and legal principles provided by AI features may be incorrect, incomplete, or fictional, and must be verified against authoritative sources
• The platform does not provide, and should not be considered a substitute for, professional legal services, academic teaching, or qualified legal advice
• We make no warranties or guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, currency, or reliability of any AI-generated content
• You should not rely upon AI outputs for actual legal matters, academic submissions, professional practice, or any decision where legal accuracy is required
• Case simulations are hypothetical educational exercises. Simulated cases, evidence evaluations, and generated documents are for educational and preparatory purposes only
• Generated documents (including Letters Before Action, Particulars of Claim, and other court documents) are educational drafts marked as such. They must not be filed with any court or relied upon in legal proceedings without independent professional legal review
• The Legal Simulation does not create a solicitor-client relationship

Ratio. expressly disclaims all liability for any loss, damage, or adverse consequence arising from reliance on AI-generated content or any other educational material provided through the platform. The AI features are tools for developing advocacy skills in a simulated environment and must not be confused with professional legal services.

8A. Client Matter Intake Service

The Client Matter Intake service allows members of the public to structure their legal matter through guided AI questioning. By using this service, you acknowledge and agree that:

• The service structures and classifies information you provide — it does not assess the merits, strength, or likely outcome of your matter
• Completeness scores reflect how thoroughly you have provided information, not the strength of your legal position
• Legal categories, causes of action, and relevant legislation identified by the AI are for informational purposes only and may be incorrect or incomplete
• Generated matter files, summaries, and pre-action guidance are informational documents, not legal documents, and must not be relied upon without independent professional legal review
• You are responsible for the accuracy of the facts you provide. The AI separates facts from allegations based on your input but cannot independently verify any claims
• No solicitor-client relationship, duty of care, or professional obligation is created by your use of this service
• You should always consult a qualified solicitor or barrister before taking any legal action based on information structured through this service

Safeguarding:

The Client Matter Intake includes automated safeguarding detection. If the AI identifies indicators of immediate risk (including but not limited to domestic violence, homelessness, self-harm, or child welfare concerns), the intake process will pause and display relevant emergency resources and helpline numbers. This is an automated safety measure, not a professional assessment. If you are in immediate danger, contact emergency services (999) directly.

Anonymous access:

You may begin the intake process without creating an account. Initial responses are stored locally in your browser. To save your progress, generate a full matter file, or access your matter later, you must create an account. By creating an account, you agree to these Terms in full.

9. Subscriptions, Payment, and Refunds

Ratio. offers both free and paid subscription tiers. Paid subscriptions are billed monthly or annually, as selected at checkout. All payments are processed securely by Stripe.

Paid plans include a 14-day free trial period during which you will not be charged. If you cancel during your free trial, no charges will be made.

You may cancel your subscription at any time through the Settings page or via the Stripe billing portal. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period — you will retain access to paid features until that date. No partial refunds are provided for unused portions of a billing period.

By subscribing, you authorise recurring charges to your chosen payment method until you cancel. We reserve the right to change subscription pricing with 30 days' prior notice. Existing subscribers will be notified of price changes before their next billing cycle.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Giquina Management Holdings Ltd and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of data, loss of profits, loss of opportunity, or damage to reputation, arising from or in connection with your use of the platform.

The platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the platform's availability, reliability, accuracy, or fitness for a particular purpose. In particular, we do not warrant that:

• The platform will be available at all times or without interruption
• Any content, including AI-generated content, will be accurate, complete, or current
• The platform will meet your specific requirements or expectations
• Any defects or errors will be corrected within a particular timeframe

Our total aggregate liability to you for any claims arising from or related to your use of the platform shall not exceed the greater of: (a) the amount you have paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, or (b) fifty pounds sterling (GBP 50).

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under English law.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Giquina Management Holdings Ltd, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of the platform
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your User Content or any infringement of third-party rights
• Any misuse of AI-generated content from the platform

12. Termination

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at contact@ratiothedigitalcourtsociety.com or through the account settings page. Upon termination, your right to access the platform will cease immediately.

We may suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Violation of these Terms or the Code of Conduct
• Fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity
• Extended inactivity (accounts inactive for more than 24 months may be terminated)
• At the request of law enforcement or government agencies

Serious breaches may be referred to the Tribunal for formal adjudication prior to termination. Upon termination, we may retain certain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

The following provisions survive termination: Intellectual Property (section 6), User Content (section 7), AI Services and Educational Disclaimer (section 8), Limitation of Liability (section 10), Indemnification (section 11), and Governing Law (section 13).

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms or your use of the platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The failure of Ratio. to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

14. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will provide notice through the platform and update the "Last updated" date above. Your continued use of the platform after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed about the conditions governing your use of Ratio.

15. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at: