ABOUT US
We are passionate about access to justice. We encourage lawyers to work with local universities and community groups to deliver free legal advice to individuals who don't have access to legal advice. Bristol Pro Bono Group works collaboratively to identify not-for-profit organisations working in the public interest who need legal help.
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What is pro bono?
We follow the definition of pro bono used by TrustLaw (found here).
Pro bono work is not a substitute for a proper system of publicly funded legal services. However, we believe that lawyers have the responsibility to use their professional skills to do their bit for society.
OUR MEMBERS
Contact us if you would like to become a member!
Law firms: Ashfords, Bevan Brittan, Burges Salmon, Charles Russell Speechlys, Clarke Willmott, Clyde & Co, CMS, DAC Beachcroft, Foot Anstey, Irwin Mitchell, Michelmores, Osborne Clarke, Royds Withy King, Simmons & Simmons, TLT, Womble Bond Dickinson
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Barrister Chambers: Guildhall Chambers, St John’s Chambers, 3PB Chambers
Universities: BPP University, University of the West of England, University of Bristol, University of Law
Local entities: Bristol Citizens’ Advice Bureau, Bristol Law Centre, LawWorks
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Affiliated to: Attorney General's Pro Bono Committee; Bristol Law Society, Bristol Community Engagement Group, UK Collaborative Plan for Pro Bono
LAURA JONES
Co-chair of Bristol Pro Bono Group
Pro Bono Manager, Simmons & Simmons LLP
RACHEL WOOD
Co-chair of Bristol Pro Bono Group
Associate Professor Legal Education, UWE
ALICIA RAMIREZ
Vice Chair
Trainee Solicitor, Osborne Clarke
ZOE GREEN
Secretary
Trainee Solicitor, TLT
LOTTIE MALLIN-MARTIN
Opportunities Champion
Barrister, Guildhall Chambers
JOHN STIENLET
Opportunities Champion
Pro Bono Manager, Quartet
EMILY HOOPER
Events Champion
Paralegal, Simmons & Simmons LLP
PHILIPPA DOREY
Events Champion
Trainee Solicitor, TLT
ANNE MOIREZ
Communications Champion
Senior Public Relations Executive, CMS