A Look at Pro Bono
We often hear the phrase pro bono used in the legal sector, but what does it actually mean and what are the key issues in the sector at the moment?
Listen to the Episode on Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/a-look-at-pro-bono/id1520665111?i=1000565607215
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https://open.spotify.com/episode/1zMaO73v8eIcV18cTx8XBR
SHOW NOTES
The ReImagine Law team are joined by Jane Cotton (Pro Bono Manager at Eversheds Sutherland) and Rebecca Wilkinson (CEO of LawWorks) to join in the discussion and unpack all things pro bono.
This episode gives listeners an in-depth look at the definition of pro bono and some practical examples of how it works in practice. Current issues in the pro bono sector are discussed, as well as ways that listeners can get involved.
PRACTICAL ACTION FOR LISTENERS
Have a look at what is happening during National Pro Bono Week, held each year in November http://probonoweek.org.uk/
Research pro bono opportunities that you can get involved with in your local area, perhaps via your education institution, local court or Law Centre / Citizens Advice.
USEFUL RESOURCES
The Pro Bono Protocol: https://www.lawworks.org.uk/why-pro-bono/what-pro-bono/pro-bono-protocol
National Pro Bono Week: http://probonoweek.org.uk/
LawWorks website: https://www.lawworks.org.uk/
The Legal Aid Sentencing and Punishing of Offenders Act 2012: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2012/10/contents/enacted