Thank you to those barristers who completed 25+ hours of pro bono work last year & submitted their names 🎉.
View the Pro Bono Recognition List ⬇️
www.probonorecognitionlist.org.uk/Recognition-...
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.
#ProBonoRecognitionList #WeDoProBono
We've added a new vacancy listing from @weareadvocate.bsky.social
Casework Manager
Full time
£40,000 - £44,000
Location: London / Hybrid working
Deadline: 20 April, 2026
More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs
We are delighted to announce that Christina Warner has been shortlisted for 'International Pro Bono Barrister of the Year' at the Advocate Awards 2026.
@christinawarner.bsky.social @weareadvocate.bsky.social
#AdvocateAwards #ProBono #RubysLaw #ChambersNews #DomesticAbuse #InternationalLaw
🏆 🌟 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!
As we eagerly await the shortlist for our 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards, meet our esteemed judging panel ⭐ 🏆 .
View the full list of nominees and find out more about the awards by clicking the link in the comments.
Stay tuned for the announcement of the shortlist!
#BarProBonoAwards #Advocate30Years
We need your help at the London #LegalWalk!
Volunteer as a route marshal and support #AccessToJustice this summer: zurl.co/fKezt
It's a great way to spend a day in the sunshine and do something good for the community! 💛 ☀️
📣 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: bit.ly/PupilPledge26
🚨 2026 London Legal Walk announced
The London Legal Support Trust says this year's walk will take place on 9 June, led by the Lady Chief Justice.
Funds raised support free legal advice charities helping those unable to afford legal support.
➡️ Sign up: swiy.co/szaH
🔔 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➡️ swiy.co/MHA_26
🏠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➡️ swiy.co/housing_intro_26
Today is the last chance to add names to feature on the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List! If you or members of your chambers completed 25+ hours of pro bono work last year, make sure it’s recognised.
Add your name now: bit.ly/3UirYt5
#ProBonoRecognitionList
Just 2 days left to add your name to the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List!
If you completed 25+ hours of pro bono work in 2025, now is the moment to make sure your contribution is recognised alongside others across England & Wales.
Add your name: bit.ly/3UirYt5
#ProBonoRecognitionList #WeDoProBono
The practising certificate renewal process is now open via MyBar. When renewing, barristers can choose to donate £35+ to Advocate.
If you’re able to give, your support will help meet growing demand for pro bono assistance.
Find out more & donate when you renew: bit.ly/AtP2026
#ProBono35
There is just 1 week left to submit your name to appear on the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales! 🌟
If you completed 25 hours of pro bono work in 2025, submit your name by Friday 6th March to be recognised: bit.ly/3UirYt5
📣 New Bar in the Community opportunities this week for barristers and legal professionals looking to give back to social and community causes!
Find out more and view the latest opportunities here: bit.ly/BICopps
#BarInTheCommunity #LegalVolunteering
As the Authorisation to Practise (AtP) process approaches, our Chair Sharif A. Shivji KC reflects on why barristers’ financial support is so vital in helping us ensure that a lack of means is never a barrier to accessing justice.
Read on: bit.ly/SSAtP26
#ProBono35 #WeDoProBono #AccessToJustice
Nominations for the 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards are now closed.
We’re thrilled to have received 70+ nominations across the 9 categories.
In our 30th year, it’s inspiring to see the breadth & depth of pro bono work across the Bar nationwide.
Shortlist coming soon!
#BarProBonoAwards #Advocate30Years
One month to go until submissions close for the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List!
If you completed 25 hours of pro bono work in 2025, have your contribution formally recognised alongside others in the profession.
📅 Closes 6th March 2026
🔗 Submit: bit.ly/3UirYt5
#WeProBono #ProBonoRecognitionList
🏆 Nominations are still open for the 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards!
Categories range from Young & Junior Barrister to KC, Chambers, International, and Social Responsibility awards.
⏰ Nominate by Friday 30 Jan: bit.ly/BarProBonoAwards
🎥 Be inspired by last year’s winners: bit.ly/WinnersBPA2025
✨🔷Intermediate-Advanced Level Inquest training - 20 Jan 2026🔷✨
This hybrid all-day course is for inquest practitioners who want to deepen their knowledge & stay ahead of new developments.
✨IN-PERSON tickets available here➡ hi.switchy.io/k-7O
✨ONLINE tickets available here➡ swiy.co/inquests-online
Happy New Year from Advocate! We look forward to the year ahead, with 2026 celebrating our 30th birthday 🎉.
Don't forget that you can still nominate for our 2026 Bar Pro Bono Awards🏆 (close 30 Jan). Find out more: bit.ly/BarProBonoAwards
#WeDoProBono #Advocate30Years #BarProBonoAwards
We truly enjoyed our #CarolsForProBono held in partnership with @lawworks.bsky.social last night! Thanks to our generous attendees, we raised over £24,000. 🎄🎉
See some highlights from the night and read more about the event here: bit.ly/Carols4ProBono2025
#WeDoProBono #AccessToJustice
🎙️We are delighted to have featured in the first ever episode of the Movers & Returners Podcast by Inner Temple to share about how volunteering through Advocate can be a great opportunity for those looking to change practice areas.
Thank you to @innertemple.org.uk for having us!
🎧 Listen below ⬇️
📢 Bar in the Community: new Trustee opportunity!
LawCare - the mental health charity for the legal sector - is recruiting 4 new Trustees to join their board.
📅 Deadline: 14 December 2025
Apply now! ⬇️
bit.ly/LawCareTrustee
#BarInTheCommunity #Trusteeships #LegalVolunteering
Thanks so much @innertemple.org.uk for having us! We can't wait for this to come out.
Watch this space 🎙️.
📣 New #BarInTheCommunity opportunities!
1. Emmaus UK Trustee: lnkd.in/efbrEbjQ
2. @advicenow.bsky.social Treasurer with legal experience: lnkd.in/enbezGVV
3. Harrow Cycle Hub
Trustee: lnkd.in/ex64emZN
⚡ Found out more about BIC: bit.ly/BICVol
