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  • How can legal technology help maximise the impact of Pro Bono and provide access to justice? – University of Edinburgh

    Usha Kasera Lecture Theatre University of Edinburgh, South Bridge, Edinburgh

    Hermione Hague (tech lawyer, consultant and course organiser for Legal Tech Elective on the Diploma at University of Edinburgh) is hosting a panel to discuss how legal technology help maximise the impact of pro bono and provide access to justice.  This event will showcase how legal technology can facilitate and enhance the running of a […]

  • Pro Bono Pathways – Unit Chambers, Liverpool

    Outreach event at Unit Chambers to highlight Unit Chambers’ pro bono services and to support local university students on pro bono cases. Advocate’s Northern Circuit Caseworkers will be in attendance and giving a short presentation on pro bono work.  Also happening on Thursday 16th November at Unit Chambers in Manchester. Time TBC.

  • Working with Vulnerable Clients in a Pro Bono Setting – Bristol Pro Bono Group

    Hybrid: in person and streamed online

    A workshop session for National Pro Bono Week, hosted by the UWE Business and Law Clinic for the Bristol Pro Bono Group. Working with vulnerable clients with complex needs is a rewarding aspect of pro bono work, but can require skills which may not be fully developed through lawyers’ day to day professional experience. This […]

  • Bringing Pro Bono Together – Faculty of Advocates, the Law Society of Scotland and JustRight Scotland

    Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow 12 Nelson Mandela Pl, Glasgow

    Bringing Pro Bono Together: The launch of the Scottish Pro Bono Guide Hosted jointly by the Faculty of Advocates, the Law Society of Scotland and JustRight Scotland. 5pm for 5.30pm start - Tea, Coffee and Biscuits on arrival and during networking. Speakers  Neil Mackenzie KC, Faculty of Advocates on the launch of Scottish Guide to […]

  • North East Pro Bono Summit – North East Pro Bono Committee

    Ward Hadaway Sandgate House, 102 Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne

    Organised by the North East Pro Bono Committee, and jointly chaired by Honorary Presidents HHJ Jeremy Freedman and HHJ Mark Gargan. The aim of our event is to discuss the need for pro bono help to change lives, celebrate the pro bono efforts taking place within the North East and discuss ways impact of pro […]

  • Law Lecture: Life of a Lady Law Lord – University of East Anglia and the Norfolk and Norwich Law Society

    The Enterprise Centre University of East Anglia Research Park, University Dr, Norwich

    “THE LIFE OF A LADY LAW LORD” TALK BY LADY BRENDA HALE, FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE SUPREME COURT THURSDAY 9 NOVEMBER 5.30-8PM ENTERPRISE CENTRE LECTURE THEATRE We are delighted that Lady Brenda Hale, the former Head of the Supreme Court and the first woman to hold this post, will be speaking to UEA Law students […]

  • Free Legal Advice Day (Belfast) – Ulster University Law Clinic

    Castle Court Shopping Centre Royal Ave, Belfast

    Hosted by Ulster University Law Clinic in collaboration with:   -          A&L Goodbody Solicitors -          Housing Rights -          The Labour Relations Agency   Castle Court Shopping Centre, Belfast Come along for free legal advice in matters relating to social security law, employment law and housing law.

  • Rule of Law panel with Lady Hale & Baroness Helena Kennedy – Pro Bono Week Committee

    Hybrid: in person and streamed online

    Register at https://ruleoflaw2023.eventbrite.co.uk Commencing in 2020 and helmed by Lady Hale and Baroness Kennedy, the Pro Bono Week Rule of Law series has been exploring what we mean by rule of law, the public perception of legal rights and lawyers, and the future of the rule of law in the UK. We are very grateful […]

  • Pro Bono Pathways – Unit Chambers, Manchester

    Manchester Law School

    Unit Chambers proudly presents Pro Bono Pathways, a ground-breaking opportunity for local legal talent ready to supercharge their pro bono journey and explore the world of family law. Picture this: a deep dive into a real pro bono case led by our top-notch barristers, wisdom shared by our sponsor, Advocate, and priceless insights from our very […]

  • Pro Bono Week 2023 Coffee Morning – SYLA x Pro Bono Skills

    CMS Edinburgh Saltire Court, 20 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh

    The SYLA is delighted to be partnering with Pro Bono Skills to present our Pro Bono Week 2023 event. This year, we would be delighted if you would join us at CMS Edinburgh on Tuesday 21 November for a coffee morning and panel discussion focusing on the theme "Changing Lives Through Pro Bono". Our panellists […]