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The Greater Manchester Pro Bono Awards 2025
We are pleased to notify you of the Second Annual Greater Manchester Pro Bono Awards, taking place on Thursday 6th November 2025, from 5 PM to 7pm, at the Manchester Civil Justice Centre (1 Bridge Street West, Manchester, M60 9DJ).
This event will celebrate the exceptional contributions of individuals and organisations to pro bono work across Greater Manchester. It offers an opportunity to recognise and honour those who have demonstrated a deep commitment to access to justice and community service.
We are now welcoming nominations for individuals, teams, and organisations who have made a significant impact through pro bono work. Submissions should be made via Microsoft Forms using the following link: Greater Manchester Pro Bono Award Nomination Form
Please submit one form per nomination. The deadline for submissions is 9:00 AM on Monday 6th October 2025.
The awards ceremony is supported by the Committee and the Judiciary, with presentations made by senior members of both, and other key stakeholders.
Award Categories:
- Chambers of the Year
- Chambers Individual of the Year
- Law Firm of the Year
- Law Firm Individual of the Year
- Junior Lawyer of the Year
- Charity/Frontline Agency of the Year
- Educational Institution of the Year
- Student Contribution of the Year
- In-House Contribution of the Year
For the criteria, description and example detail for each award, please click here – 2025 Greater Manchester Pro Bono Awards Criteria
This event forms part of a national framework supported by the Attorney General, who has expressed strong support for initiatives that promote collaboration and recognition within the pro bono community. As you will appreciate, many fundamental legal rights would not be upheld without the dedication of those who volunteer their time.
We hope your organisation will join us in celebrating the remarkable work being carried out across Greater Manchester, and we encourage your participation through both nominations and attendance.
An Eventbrite link to confirm attendance will be circulated after the submission closing date.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Warm regards,
The Greater Manchester Pro Bono Committee