We exist because committed barristers across England and Wales
care about access to justice for everyone
We match members of the public who need free legal help with barristers who are willing to donate their time and expertise in deserving cases for those who are unable to obtain legal aid and cannot afford to pay.
Advocate is the Bar’s national pro bono charity that makes it possible for barristers to balance a dedicated practice with making a significant contribution to the community.
“The judiciary recognises the critical contribution that the Bar makes to access to justice through its pro bono work. It is a huge credit to practitioners that they are willing to give up their time for free to help the most vulnerable members of society.”
- The Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, The Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill
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Barrister acting pro bono successfully assists a mother in the Court of Appeal
Advocate panel member Dr Niaz Shah of Nexus Chambers has successfully helped a mother in the Court of Appeal to have her appeal for her application for an EEA family permit to be reconsidered after initially being refused by both the First-tier and Upper Tribunals.
Ramby de Mello wins the 2025 Lifetime Achievement in Pro Bono Award
On 7th June, the Lady Chief Justice presented the Sydney Elland Goldsmith Award for Lifetime Achievement in Pro Bono to this year’s winner, Ramby de Mello of No5 Barristers' Chambers, at the 2025 Bar Conference.
Panel members successful in High Court appeal
Joanna Thom and Harrison Engler of Field Court Chambers, acting pro bono, successfully appeal finding from 2022 private children law proceedings.