Pro Bono Connect: new dimensions to Pro Bono collaboration
Pro Bono Connect enables litigants to be represented in the same way as fee-paying clients
Pro Bono Week: the power of pro bono
Frances Ridout, Director of Queen Mary Legal Advice Centre, says there is still further that we can go as self-employed or employed barristers to contribute to the pro bono landscape.
Pro Bono Week: How pro bono makes a real difference
Jo Brown, of 4PB, reveals that while undertaking pro bono work can be a ‘run of the mill’ small commitment, the impact for the client can be immeasurable.
The importance of pro bono work: a lifeline in challenging times
Barrister Liam Kelly, who has undertaken pro bono work since pupillage, explores the multifaceted benefits of pro bono work, both for clients and barristers.
Pro bono gave me many ‘firsts’ in my career – and can for you too
Sarah Abram KC discusses how how acting pro bono gave her a lot of ‘firsts’ in her career, from cross examining a witness to speaking in the European Court of Justice.
Pro Bono: Not just about “giving back”
In today’s socially aware legal world, taking on pro bono cases isn’t just about helping others. It is also a smart move for careers and chambers as a whole.
Pro bono and the silk road
Edward Lamb KC explores how the pro bono work he has undertaken helped him take silk.
The young Bar and the benefits of pro bono
As part of Pro Bono Week 2022, the Chair of the Young Barristers Committee Michael Polak explains his pro bono work and encourages colleagues to get involved and help.
Making pro bono part of my practice from the outset
Much of the attention is on the ‘big’ pro bono cases, but it is notable that even a few short hours on a relatively simple matter for a barrister can save vulnerable people huge amounts of time, money, and stress.
Pro bono advice and representation - part of being a barrister?
Ahead of the Bar's Pro Bono Awards, Sophie Cartwright KC explores why you should make pro bono a part of your practice.