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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.
England & Wales
Joined July 2010
Nominations are OPEN for the 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards! 🏆🌟 As Advocate marks 30 years of supporting access to justice, we’re celebrating the Bar’s incredible pro bono contributions across 9 award categories. 🗓️ Deadline: 30th Jan 2026 Nominate now➡️ https://t.co/CEvUQuO09P
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📣 New #BarInTheCommunity opportunities! 1. @EmmausUK Trustee: https://t.co/GGKJgPqEpf 2. @Advicenow Treasurer with legal experience: https://t.co/t9P7wEgo0b 3. @HarrowCycleHub Trustee: https://t.co/OABaXHJsPy ⚡ Found out more about BIC: https://t.co/QZ3QQ3QxI7
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📣There’s still time to complete 25 hours of pro bono work to make it on the 2026 England & Wales #ProBonoRecognitionList! Already hit 25 hours? Add your name today: https://t.co/ZVZUUxRPkX Need hours? Find pro bono work with Advocate: https://t.co/nz5v7JY4TX
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🔎 #ProBonoWeek 2025: Our Week of Pro Bono in Action One of our busiest weeks yet - 26 events across the country, new collaborations, inspiring stories & even our first comedy night. ⚡ Read more: https://t.co/uN6TM1AFt5 Thank you to everyone supporting pro bono this year.
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Thank you so much to @1kbwChambers for generously donating the proceeds of their annual 360 family law conference to support Advocate for a second year! The event was a great opportunity to share about the family pro bono work we do and to speak to family solicitors.
We absolutely loved hosting our second @1kbwChambers 360° Family Law conference at The View, @RCSnews last week encompassing all things Family Law in support of @WeAreAdvocate and @SupportTCourt Thank you again to our guest speakers Sarah Foley, Clinical Psychologist,
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Thanks so much for your support!
We are delighted to be hosting our second full day 360° Family Law Conference today at The View, RCS in aid of @WeAreAdvocate and @SupportTCourt. #360°Conf25 @1kbwChambers
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“She made us feel comfortable and no question was too small…it felt like she was fighting for her own family.” Bella’s pro bono work in family court shows how small acts of legal support create huge impact. #ProBonoWeek
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📣 Pro Bono Week 2025 has finally arrived! 🎉 This year’s theme is ‘Pro Bono in Action’. Stay tuned to our LinkedIn page for all the latest updates & stories throughout the week: https://t.co/VXHC0HavNS Join in online with the hashtags #ProBonoWeek & #WeDoProBono.
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We are so excited that DUO MELUS of @CityMusicF will be performing at our Christmas Carol Concert held with @Law_Works! The pair are known for their new repertoire and innovative performing.🎄🎶 Don’t miss out! Tickets are still available to purchase ➡️ https://t.co/5nTFuyHIFN
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The #LawSchoolChallenge 2025/26 has officially begun! Our first schools are in and ready to raise funds for access to justice with @Law_Works & @WeAreAdvocate
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✨CAROLS FOR PRO BONO✨ A shout-out to @Harbouruw for kindly sponsoring our Christmas Carol Concert held with @Law_Works for another year! 🌟 Don’t miss out on this festive highlight in the calendar! Purchase your tickets now ➡️ https://t.co/6vau03f5QF
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✨CAROLS FOR PRO BONO✨ We are thrilled that @Opus2Lex are kindly sponsoring our annual Christmas Carol Concert held in partnership with @Law_Works! 🌟 Join us at this wonderful Christmas event all in support of pro bono! 🎄 ➡️ https://t.co/5nTFuyHIFN
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We are really thrilled to have @4StoneBuildings join us again as a SILVER Pro Bono Patron for 2025! 🎉 Thank you for your continued support as we work to ensure that more people have access to justice. 🔗 Find out more about our #ProBonoPatron scheme: https://t.co/q6p66ZjO4g
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We’re bubbling over with excitement! 75 teams are now registered to take part in The #GreatLegalBake between 3-7 November, in celebration of #ProBonoWeek 🤩🧁 @ProBonoWeekUK There’s still room in the oven, register your bake today: https://t.co/cPYMWFdp7c
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✨ HEADLINE SPONSOR ✨ We are thrilled that @hewetsonco are our headline sponsor for our Carol Concert held with @law_works on 16 December, helping us continue to meet the growing need for pro bono legal support. 🌟 Join this Christmas celebration ⬇️ https://t.co/5nTFuyHIFN
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When you register for the #GreatLegalBake, you can enter our photo competition 📸 Cakes will be judged by Toby Brown, Chair of Pro Bono Week & barrister @ProBonoWeekUK Share your creations on socials with #GreatLegalBake to enter 🍰 Register today https://t.co/KUlNLlIirZ
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Thank you @ErskineChambers for renewing your support for Advocate as a BRONZE Pro Bono Patron for 2025! 🎉 🔗 Find out more about the #ProBonoPatron scheme & sign up: https://t.co/q6p66ZjgeI
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THANK YOU to @EssexCourtLaw for joining again as a GOLD Pro Bono Patron for 2025! ✨ We really appreciate your generosity as demand for our service shows no sign of slowing. 🔗 Find out more about our #ProBonoPatron scheme & how to join: https://t.co/q6p66ZjgeI
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✨CAROLS FOR PRO BONO ✨ Join Advocate & @Law_Works on 16 Dec at @TempleChurchLDN for an evening of festive music, celebration & support for pro bono.🎄 “A wonderful event... becoming a lovely Christmas tradition!” Tickets: https://t.co/5nTFuyHaQf
#CarolsForProBono
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📣@ProBonoWeekUK is just 3 weeks away! Young lawyers - join us on 4 Nov @MacfarlanesLLP for an evening on how pro bono can shape your legal career. Listen to an inspiring panel, learn practical tips & network over drinks and canapes. RSVP: https://t.co/y8qPXWrCEX
#ProBonoWeek
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