This category is open to legal teams for pro bono advice through free representation. In the case of community schemes, the entrant must demonstrate real innovation and show tangible local benefits.

Judges will be looking for evidence of:

1. How pro bono has been incorporated into the overall activity of the firm or organisation
   
   

Submissions should focus on one scheme or case.

In-house teams
Private practice teams
Chambers/barristers
Nominations by in-house teams
Nominations by private practice
Nominations by chambers/barristers
Academic institutions

2011 Clifford Chance, Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer and Herbert Smith
2010 WilmerHale
2009 Oury Clark Solicitors
2008 SJ Berwin
2007 A4ID

 

About Michael Page Legal
In recognition of the crucial role that free legal advice and representation plays to those unable to afford it or without access to public funding, Michael Page Legal is very proud to sponsor the Pro Bono Team of the Year award.
The pro bono cases by all of the teams nominated have been carried out to the highest legal standards and demonstrate real benefit to the people and groups affected. Involvement in pro bono work is one of the cornerstones of our legal system, as well as providing valuable development opportunities for legal professionals and the organisations they represent.
To recruit similarly talented legal professionals, or to progress your legal career, please get in touch with Michael Page Legal to find out how our local expertise and global networks could add value.
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