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SUMMARY:Podcast Launch Event: Why Pro Bono Matters - Hallam Legal Advice Centre and Justice Hubs at Sheffield Hallam University
DESCRIPTION:Podcast Launch Event: Why Pro Bono Matters \nHosted by Goldie Millan Supervising Solicitor at Hallam Legal Advice Centre \nFeaturing Anna Rudkin and Chris Riley Associate Heads of Law \nTune in as we discuss: \n\nWhy pro bono work is vital to the legal profession\nHow students can make a positive impact through Hallam Legal Advice Centre\nThe value of giving back to the community while developing professional skills
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/podcast-launch-event-why-pro-bono-matters-hallam-legal-advice-centre-and-justice-hubs-at-sheffield-hallam-university
LOCATION:Online event
CATEGORIES:Pro Bono in Action,Pro bono: Getting involved – advice and practical steps about how to start making a difference through pro bono.
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
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SUMMARY:Plymouth Law School celebrates Pro Bono Week 2025!
DESCRIPTION:Plymouth Law School are proud to take part in and celebrate Pro Bono Week 2025. \nPlymouth Law School students are taking part in Pro Bono Week to We all would like to raise awareness around what local pro bono looks like in Plymouth\, using skills we’ve developed to educate school children and signpost where those in need can go as part of the WBL module. \nThe WBL module incorporates our work within our Law Clinic\, doing Pro Bono work in Immigration\, Employment and Family law. During Pro Bono Week\, we will share how our life changing the work in the clinic makes a difference to the clients we help. \nEvents include discussions about pro bono in local schools\, a legal run and quiz night too. \nProgramme of events TBC. \nInvitation only.
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/plymouth-law-school-celebrates-pro-bono-week-2025
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Pro Bono in Action
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
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SUMMARY:Great Legal Bake  - London Legal Support Trust and the Access to Justice Foundation
DESCRIPTION:The sweetest fundraiser of the year\, the Great Legal Bake\, returns from the 3 – 7 November 2025. \nCalling all Star Bakers \nCould you raise dough to support free frontline services that help some of society’s most vulnerable people? Are sweet treats up your street or does savoury make you rave-ery? \nWhether it’s blondies or brownies\, millefeuilles or petits fours\, Black Forest gateau or Swiss roll\, millionaire’s shortbread or pound cake\, taking part is easy as pie. And if sweet stuff doesn’t melt your butter why not make samosas\, sausage rolls\, or savoury scones? \nAll you need to do is register through the button below and we’ll send you a bake pack full of useful stuff like posters\, labels and stickers. So grab a group of friends or colleagues and organise a bake sale in your office\, chambers\, court or university and sell your tasty treats. \nAre you a crummy baker\, but you’d still like to take part? Why not see if a local bakery might donate some cupcakes? \n  \nIf you are not able to take part during the official bake week\, you are still welcome to sign up to bake on a date of your choice. Just let us know on the sign up form below! \nTo sign up visit LLST’s website. \n  \nFunds raised from the Great Legal Bake will be donated to the Access to Justice Foundation and the London Legal Support Trust. \n  \nDate: 3th-7th November \nTime: All day\, everyday through the week \nVenue: Various organisations across the UK – hybrid in some organisations. \nRegistration Link: https://londonlegalsupporttrust.org.uk/our-events/great-legal-bake-2025/
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/great-legal-bake-london-legal-support-trust-and-the-access-to-justice-foundation
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251103T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115444
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SUMMARY:Seminar with Advocate and Essex Court Chambers: The impact of Pro Bono and how to get involved.
DESCRIPTION:As part of Pro Bono Week\, Advocate are running a series of seminars within Chambers\, to give information on how to get involved in pro bono and the impact of pro bono \nWe start this series with a lunchtime seminar at Essex Court Chambers on Monday 3rd November\, 1-2pm. \nInternal event only. \n 
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/seminar-with-advocate-and-essex-court-chambers-the-impact-of-pro-bono-and-how-to-get-involved
CATEGORIES:Pro bono: Stories of impact – hear from the frontline about how pro bono lawyers transform lives and support charities to make a difference in our communities and abroad
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251103T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T115444
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SUMMARY:Advocate Seminar at St Philips Barristers
DESCRIPTION:Advocate will be joining St Philips for a seminar to discuss the benefits of pro bono for your practice and how you can work more closely with Advocate in the Midlands. \nInvitation event only.
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/advocate-seminar-at-st-philips-barristers
LOCATION:St Philips Chambers\, 55 Temple Row\, Birmingham\, B2 5LS
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pro Bono in Action
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SUMMARY:Pro Bono Charity Knowledge Exchange: National Pro Bono Centre
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a collaborative event bringing together pro bono charities to share best practices and connect ahead of Pro Bono Week 2025. \nAbout the Event\nJoin the NPBC for the Pro Bono Charity Knowledge Exchange\, where we will be bringing together professionals from pro bono charities to share insights\, challenges\, and best practices in delivering impactful pro bono programmes. \nThis in-person event is designed to foster collaboration\, spark new ideas\, and strengthen connections across the sector. \nWhat to Expect\nRoundtable Discussion\nWe’ll kick off with a collaborative roundtable exploring key aspects of pro bono delivery. When registering\, you’ll be asked to share the topics you’re most interested in discussing. Anticipated themes include: \n\nVolunteer training and management\nBalancing volunteer commitment with casework demands\nLeveraging tech and communications\nManaging programme costs\n…and anything else you’d like to bring to the table!\n\nNetworking & Poster Showcase\nAfter the discussion\, enjoy an informal networking hour over tea\, coffee\, and biscuits. The room will feature posters showcasing the work of various pro bono charities. A list of attendees and digital copies of the posters will be shared in advance to help you connect with others on shared interests. \nWe’re delighted to open the final part of this event to the wider pro bono sector and warmly invite individuals from across the community to drop in and explore the impactful work being done by pro bono charities. \nThe Atrium in the International Dispute Resolution Centre will be open from 4–5pm for informal visits\, offering a chance to connect with a range of charities. This drop-in session will wrap up just in time for the official launch of Pro Bono Week 2025\, as we head over together to continue the pro bono conversation. \nPosters \nWe’d love to feature your organisation! Get in touch with Emily (esherratt@nationalprobonocentre.org.uk) and we will create and print your poster free of charge using our template. Please note that due to space & logistics\, we can host a maximum of 20 posters\, though we will share an unlimited amount of virtual posters to attendees before the event. \nFeel free to reach out to us with any queries. We look forward to seeing your organisation represented and to a lively\, productive exchange of ideas! \n  \nRegistration can be found here.
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/pro-bono-charity-knowledge-exchange-national-pro-bono-centre
LOCATION:The Atrium\, the IDRC\, 1 Paternoster Ln\, London EC4M 7BQ\, The Atrium\, the IDRC\, 1 Paternoster Ln\,\, London\, EC4M 7BQ
CATEGORIES:Pro bono: Getting involved – advice and practical steps about how to start making a difference through pro bono.
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251103T180000
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SUMMARY:Bar Council – pro bono & social responsibility committee strategy meeting
DESCRIPTION:Prior to the Pro Bono Week Official Launch event\, The Bar Council’s Pro Bono & Social Responsibility Committee will be reflecting on the past year of work\, and plan ahead for 2026. \nAnyone who has an interest in understanding the role of the Committee is invited to attend this meeting. Please register your interest with Ava Turnock ATurnock@barcouncil.org.uk
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/bar-council-pro-bono-social-responsibility-committee-strategy-meeting-2
LOCATION:Simmons & Simmons\, CityPoint\, 1 Ropemaker St\, London\, EC2Y 9SS
CATEGORIES:Pro Bono in Action
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251103T200000
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SUMMARY:Pro Bono Week 2025 - Official Launch Event: Pro Bono in Action
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite you to join our Pro Bono Week launch hybrid event in London. Doors will open at 5.30pm for registration and the event will kick off (in person and online) at 6.15pm. \nA networking reception will follow at 7pm with a valuable chance to meet people from across the legal and access to justice sectors with a shared interest in pro bono work of all kinds. The evening will come to a close at 8.30pm. \nWe are pleased to be joined by the following speakers: \n\nThe Attorney General\, the Rt Hon Lord Hermer KC\nClaire Butler (Pro Bono & Social Impact Manager; C0-Chair\, AGO International Rule of Law Committee)\nNic Hart (London Managing Partner\, Duane Morris)\nMatthew Gingell (General Counsel\, Oxygen House; Chair\, Chancery Lane Project)\nLord Goldsmith KC (London Co-Managing Partner\, Debevoise & Plimpton; former Attorney General; Chair\, LawWorks)\nHannah Whitehouse (Barrister\, Coram Chambers)\n\nWe hope to see you there for what promises to be an evening to remember\, celebrating the outstanding contribution of pro bono work and access to justice every year! \nTickets are available to the legal profession\, charity sector and other professionals with an interest in pro bono. Click here to register: Pro Bono Week 2025 Launch: Pro bono in action Tickets\, Mon 3 Nov 2025 at 17:30 | Eventbrite \nThose who are wishing to attend this event online will be sent MS Teams joining instructions nearer the time. \nOur enormous thanks goes to Simmons & Simmons for kindly hosting this year’s launch.
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/pro-bono-week-2025-official-launch-event-pro-bono-in-action
LOCATION:Simmons & Simmons\, CityPoint\, 1 Ropemaker St\, London\, EC2Y 9SS
CATEGORIES:Pro Bono in Action
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251103T210000
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SUMMARY:Glasgow Open Justice Centre - Pro Bono Quiz (internal event)
DESCRIPTION:Glasgow Open Justice Centre as part of Glasgow Law School are proud to celebrate Pro Bono Week 2025. \nThis year\, our student volunteers will be hosting the programme of events to mark Pro Bono Week\, recognising the good work by volunteers at the Justice Centre giving free legal help to those most in need: \nMonday 3rd November 6-9pm Pro Bono Pub quiz –  at the Queen Margaret Union\, Glasgow \nThursday 6th November 5-7pm Pro Bono & Prosecco student/staff mixer –  held at the GO Justice Centre. \nFriday 7th November All Day Pro Bono University of Glasgow social media takeover on Instagram \nOur events are open to staff and students of Glasgow Law School and Glasgow Open Justice Centre only.
URL:https://probonoweek.org.uk/event/glasgow-open-justice-centre-pro-bono-quiz-internal-event
CATEGORIES:Networking,Pro Bono in Action
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