Advocate news

Sarah Keogh: the 2018 Junior Pro Bono Barrister of the Year

19 Aug 2019

Sarah Keogh has dedicated her career to pro bono. From pupillage to present, Sarah’s commitment to pro bono cases has been unwavering, making her a worthy winner of this award. Her nomination came about as recognition of pro bono work in employment law at Old Square Chambers but her impressive experiences throughout her career show that there is much more to be celebrated.

Meet Marianne Alton: Young Pro Bono Barrister of the Year 2018

5 Aug 2019

Marianne Alton, Young Pro Bono Barrister of the Year 2018 and fighter of criminal injustice in Uganda, demonstrates the crucial impact that pro bono can have on an international scale.

Racing for Rights: James Undertakes Ironman Challenge

5 Aug 2019

Aspiring barrister James Harrison is preparing for the challenge of a lifetime - racing the Ironman Vichy to raise money for Advocate and Middle Temple!

Facing the family justice system? New podcast from Chloe Lee demystifies current hot topics

30 Jul 2019

New Family Law Podcast Launched by our Caseworker Chloe Lee! Voices of Family Law is a new podcast aimed at helping demystify Family Justice for those who come into contact with it

Staff Update

22 May 2019

Future Lawyer Week partners with Advocate and LawWorks

14 May 2019

Advocate and LawWorks are delighted to be named Charity Partners at Future Lawyer Week this year.

Themes for Pro Bono Week 2019 announced

8 May 2019

In 2019 Pro Bono Week will focus on four themes:

Changing lives through pro bono
Celebrating pro bono
Why pro bono is good for you
New developments in pro bono

Going the Extra Mile: Adam Ohringer Completes the London Marathon for Team Advocate

29 Apr 2019

Adam Ohringer, a barrister with Cloisters, completed the London Marathon on Sunday 28^th April in a wig and gown – and smashed it! Now, as the ballot opens for 2020, we’re looking to recruit more members for Team Advocate.