Tag Archives: Celebration and networking

Measuring Pro Bono Impact: TrustLaw, Thomson Reuters Foundation

Join us for an evening of insightful discussions to help you understand and enhance the impact of your pro bono initiatives.

TrustLaw is partnering with B4SI, Hogan Lovells LLP and Latham & Watkins LLP to host an evening dedicated to pro bono impact measurement.

As law firms across the world have become more conscious of their environmental and social responsibilities, they are increasingly keen to understand and communicate the impact of their pro bono initiatives.

During the event, we will introduce the TrustLaw Pro Bono Impact Measurement Guide and a 5-step framework we have developed for any law firm to start the process. You will also hear from leading industry experts in this field to help you understand and enhance the impact of your pro bono initiatives.

These discussions will be followed by a Q&A and networking with drinks and canapes.

In person event only. For the full agenda and to register onto this event, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/measuring-pro-bono-impact-tickets-1010492920527?aff=oddtdtcreator

Important: Please bring a valid form of identification to present at reception

 

Nodi Guide for Wales: A Practical Approach to Additional Learning Needs Law – Civitas Law

Join us for the highly anticipated launch of the first comprehensive guide to Additional Learning Needs (ALN) law in Wales. This essential resource, supported by Send Kids, offers in-depth guidance on the new ALN framework, following in the footsteps of the renowned Noddy Guide, which has been a vital tool for practitioners and parents for over 20 years.

This is a unique opportunity to gain insights from professionals shaping ALN law in Wales, including words of wisdom from Judge Jane McConnell (President of ETW) and David Wolfe KC panel discussion with leading experts from across the ALN sector in Wales, including:

  • Cath Keegan-Smith – Cardiff Education and Inclusion
  • Chris McFarland – Sinclair’s Law
  • Dr. Rhian Croke – Policy Advocacy & Strategic Litigation Lead, Children’s Legal Centre Wales
  • SNAP Cymru

Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding of ALN law and engage with key voices in the sector.

In person event only.

The Young Lawyers event – Advocate, JLSLA, LYLG, MTYBA, Pro Bono Connect and the YBC

An event for young lawyers held in partnership with Advocate, JLSLA, LYLG, MTYBA, Pro Bono Connect and the YBC

Join Advocate, the Junior London Solicitors Litigation Association (JLSLA), London Young Lawyers Group (LYLG), Middle Temple Young Barristers’ Association (MTYBA), Pro Bono Connect and the Young Barristers’ Committee (YBC) at this exciting Pro Bono Week event for young barristers and solicitors.

Taking place Tuesday 5th of November, from 6-8.30pm, at Macfarlanes LLP.

Doors open at 6pm; 6.15-7.15pm panel speakers; 7.15-8.30pm networking.

This event is open to practising barristers, solicitors, paralegals, and trainees, at the beginning of their legal careers.

Topics covered include:

  • Hear from young lawyers and their experiences of taking on pro bono work
  • The support on offer to you when taking on pro bono work
  • Practical tips on how to effectively fit in pro bono work alongside a busy, paid practice
  • How pro bono work can benefit your career
  • How barristers and solicitors can work together through Pro Bono Connect to deliver pro bono assistance
  • Expert tips on how to manage vulnerable clients while maintaining professional boundaries
  • Plenty of time for networking!

Speaker details:

A keynote address from Lord Hodge, Deputy President of the Supreme Court.

  • Hazel Samuriwo, Barrister at 42BR
  • Benjamin Smith, Senior Associate at Lewis Silkin LLP
  • Margot Ravenscroft, Director of Amicus
  • Eleanor Campbell, Barrister at One Essex Court and Peter Saban, Associate at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP, discussing Pro Bono Connect.

Panel will be chaired by Patrick Devine, Barrister at 7KBW.

We hope to see you there for what promises to be a fantastic evening, celebrating the outstanding contribution that young lawyers make to access to justice every year!

Register at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/young-lawyers-event-advocate-jlsla-lylg-mtyba-pro-bono-connect-ybc-tickets-998359759917?aff=oddtdtcreator

LAC Pro Bono ‘Taste of Giving’

Fundraising Great Legal Bake sale and food donations for a local partner charity.
Event open to University staff and students.
Internal event only.

LawWorks Pro Bono Awards 2023

The Annual LawWorks Pro Bono Awards and reception will be held on 5th December, at the Law Society, Chancery Lane, London.

The awards celebrate the best legal pro bono activities undertaken by organisations and individuals and the positive impact they have had on those helped.

The evening will be a magical night spotlighting and celebrating the work of pro bono solicitors and LawWorks. The award presentations will be followed by an informal drinks and canapes reception.

Thank you to everyone who takes the time to celebrate pro bono and make a nomination this year.

The LawWorks Annual Pro Bono Awards are kindly sponsored by Lexis Nexis, and supported by the Law Society of England.

If you have any questions about our awards event, please email peter.jackson@lawworks.org.uk.

Registration will open in November.

Carols for Pro Bono 2023: Celebrate Christmas at Temple Church

What better way is there to get into the festive spirit than by joining Advocate and LawWorks for our annual Christmas Carol Concert.

Join the two access to justice charities on Thursday 14th December at 6:15pm in the heart of London’s legal quarter at the beautiful Temple Church for an enchanting evening of music, mince pies and special celebrity guest appearances.

All ticket proceeds go towards raising vital funds for the people in desperate need of legal assistance that Advocate and LawWorks exist to support.

Expect to be captivated by readings from a special line up of celebrity guests, including actors Alex Macqueen and Stephen Mangan, as well as music from talented cellist Waynne Kwon and Chamber Choir Collegium Musicum. We are also delighted to announce that the new Lady Chief Justice Sue Carr will be joining us as one of our readers.

Tickets start at £10, and exclusive tickets are also available for those who would like to join us for a sparkling wine and mince pie reception. Doors open at 5:30pm, with the concert beginning at 6:15pm.

We are grateful to our sponsors for making the Carol Concert possible this year – Hewetson & Co and Opus 2 Lex. We are also grateful to Temple Music Foundation for generously donating their box office support.

We hope you will join us for our Christmas celebration to get into the festive cheer, all whilst helping pro bono charities to continue to improve access to justice for everybody.

Bath Law Clinic Meet and Greet – invitation only

Welcome meeting and introduction to volunteers/lawyers working at the clinic for the next twelve months.

Speakers 

Steven Greenwood – Stone King LLP

Simon Lawson CAB BANES

Steven Goulton Bath Spa University Business School

In person – invitation only