Our barristers have been recognised for their dedication in providing pro bono services in the second edition of The Pro Bono Recognition List.
The list recognises barristers and solicitors who gave 25 hours or more pro bono legal assistance over the last year. The initiative is supported by the Law Society, the Bar Council, CILEX and all the major pro bono organisations under the aegis of the Attorney General’s Pro Bono Committee.
Within our Chambers, Christopher Sharp KC, Lucy Reed KC, Zoe Saunders, Sarah Phillimore and Dr Rachel Segal all gave 25 hours and more of pro bono legal advice and representation.
You can read more about the publication and find out which barristers have provided pro bono services here.
The message below comes from the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, The Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill:
I would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every lawyer who appears on the Recognition List. Each has provided at least 25 hours of legal pro bono last year, with many offering substantially more than that. Those lawyers follow the long tradition of the legal profession in volunteering their time to provide free legal assistance to individuals and charities. I am particularly pleased to see that a number of lawyers appear for the second time, having been recognised on last year’s inaugural List, demonstrating their continued commitment to pro bono causes. Pro bono is not a substitute for legal aid, but it is a valuable part of our system of justice, working alongside the advice sector. The judiciary sees first-hand how pro bono advice and representation helps those who might not otherwise receive legal assistance. I hope that recognition on the List encourages the legal profession to continue its commitment to providing pro bono help to those in need.”