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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Marking two years of Birmingham CLIPS
Advocate recently marked the second anniversary of the Birmingham Chancery Litigant in Person Support Scheme ("B-CLIPS") with a celebratory reception. B-CLIPS was established two years ago to provide on-the-day advice and advocacy for unrepresented parties appearing on the Interim Applications List of the Business and Property Court.
Advocate hold sold out Christmas Carol Concert fundraiser with LawWorks for pro bono
Hundreds of people joined Advocate and LawWorks for our eighth annual Christmas Carol Concert - Carols for Pro Bono - raising over £24,000 in total for our two charities.
Our week of Pro Bono in Action: Pro Bono Week 2025 highlights
From our first ever Advocate Comedy Night to the Greater Manchester Pro Bono Awards, Pro Bono Week 2025 has truly been one to remember for Advocate as we were involved in 26 events nationwide.