Advocate

We are a charity that finds free legal assistance from volunteer barristers for people who are unable to obtain legal aid and cannot afford to pay.

[Kirsty Brimelow KC @Kirsty_Brimelow]

For me Advocate’s Pro Bono award is one of the highlights of the legal year.

This year Lord Goldsmith and myself judged the Pro Bono silk of the year award. Whilst the award could have gone to any of those shortlisted - phenomenal pro bono work by all- the winner was Justin Bates KC.

Highly commended were Sophie Cartwright and James Goudie KC.

Also, recognition to Marc Willers KC who was shortlisted.

[Legal Action Group @LegalActionGrp]

📣1 WEEK UNTIL... LAG's #MigrantLaw Conference📣

12 May | 9:30am - 6pm | @DoughtyStreet

For all involved in migrant law & advocacy this is a must-attend! Lawyers, advice organisations, charities & law centres welcome - get your tickets now!

🎟️➡️ https://t.co/0s2c6rJ1i1

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

An amazing turnout! Well done and thank you @4PBFamilyLaw

[4PB @4PBFamilyLaw]

We are proud to celebrate 30 members of 4PB who have been recognised on the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List of England and Wales, acknowledging individuals who have dedicated 25 hours or more to pro bono work over the past year.

With 12 silks and 18 juniors recognised, 4PB leads the London family bar in the number of individuals on this year’s list, with our members having contributed over 750 hours of #ProBono work in the last 12 months.

This outstanding achievement reflects not only the individual dedication of those recognised, but also 4PB’s collective commitment to championing #AccessToJustice and supporting vulnerable individuals and community initiatives.

Join us in congratulating all our members recognised on this year’s list.

#FamilyLaw

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

Thank you to those barristers who completed 25+ hours of pro bono work last year & submitted their names 🎉.

Find out more about the Pro Bono Recognition List ⬇️

https://t.co/mtpY6qoCXo

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

The 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales has now been published ✨. 

700 barristers have been recognised among the 5,550 lawyers on the List, a 13% increase in barrister submissions since last year.

View the Pro Bono Recognition List: https://t.co/Q02FFiuu4d

[Miranda Grell @MirandaGrell]

Chuffed that the Faisal Luke Pro Bono Project

- the #domesticabuse legal advice clinic that I volunteer with -

has been SHORTLISTED for a @WeAreAdvocate award at this year's #BarProBonoAwards 🎉

Congratulations and good luck to all the finalists!
https://t.co/T8sd7YErMg

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

View the shortlist ⬇️

https://t.co/xMWem7J8kT

#BarProBonoAwards

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

🏆🌟We are excited to announce the shortlist for our 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards!

Over 40 nominees have reached the shortlist, reflecting the dedication shown across the Bar to promoting access to justice for all.

Many congratulations - we look forward to the ceremony on 19th May!

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

🔗https://t.co/CEvUQuO09P

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

As we eagerly await the shortlist for our 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards, meet our esteemed judging panel ⭐ 🏆 .

View the full list of nominees & find out more about the awards below. Stay tuned for the announcement of the shortlist!

#BarProBonoAwards #Advocate30Years

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

@OneEssexCourt Our huge thanks to Joe Johnson for his assistance on this case!

[One Essex Court @OneEssexCourt]

The Commercial Court has refused to strike out claims in unlawful means conspiracy and procuring breach of contract brought by Mr Paul Girvan against British Telecommunications Plc (BT).

Joe Johnson acted for Mr Girvan, pro bono @WeAreAdvocate
https://t.co/zdKzFYnKhn

[London Legal Support Trust @londonlegal]

600 teams and counting! 🎉
A huge thank you to everyone who’s already registered and stepping up for justice at the London #LegalWalk- we can’t wait to celebrate with you at our post‑walk street party! 💙🎪
Not signed up yet? Join us on 9 June 👉 https://t.co/Nqd4YDhCMG

[London Legal Support Trust @londonlegal]

We need your help at the London #LegalWalk!

Volunteer as a route marshal and support #AccessToJustice this summer: https://t.co/K17UgBPRKE

It's a great way to spend a day in the sunshine and do something good for the community! 💛 ☀️

[One Essex Court @OneEssexCourt]

Balakrishnan v University of Oxford
Harry Stratton has won permission for a judicial review claim for a former Oxford student. Acting pro bono through @WeAreAdvocate, he won a retrospective extension of time to serve & permission to proceed on all grounds.
https://t.co/nXB9EpAnyN

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

@OneEssexCourt Our huge thanks to Harry for his assistance on this case.

[Advocate @WeAreAdvocate]

📣 Are you a pupil who is about to start their second six?

Our Pupil Pledge initiative offers a simple yet impactful way for pupil barristers to get involved in pro bono from the very start of their careers at the Bar.

Find out more & get involved today: https://t.co/gkwoMAfYqc

[Legal Action Group @LegalActionGrp]

🏠ONE NOT TO MISS - LAG #DomesticAbuse & #HousingLaw Conference

24 March | 2-6.30pm | Garden Ct

📢Calling #Housing & #Family lawyers to join with lived experience groups & sector experts to share updates, challenges & practical solutions.

BOOK HERE ➡️ https://t.co/krQ4mJZoqu

[Legal Action Group @LegalActionGrp]

🔔 DON'T MISS OUT... Our #MentalHealthAct2025 Conference is on the 27th March! 🔔

The conference will cover what’s changing with the new Act, why it matters & what practitioners need to know.

Click here to register➡️ https://t.co/P6v0dHuatX

[Legal Action Group @LegalActionGrp]

🏠IT'S NEXT WEEK!

Our 4-part #HousingLaw training will provide clear info on the #RentersRightsAct & practical tools to navigate housing issues with confidence.

It will be delivered over 4 online sessions on 17, 19, 25 & 26 March, 5pm-7pm.

BOOK HERE➡️ https://t.co/kKfa4yW02Q