Lawyers from the UK and around Europe are gathering in Rome this week for the annual European Pro Bono forum, run by non-governmental organisation PILnet. It brings together individuals from law firms, corporations, bar organisations, NGOs, and law schools for a series of workshops, structured networking events and discussions on how best to address issues of social justice. Speakers include the UN special rapporteur on trafficking in persons, the global pro bono adviser for Linklaters, and the head of Oxfam, Italy. Last year’s forum, in London, attracted 400 delegates.
11 November 2015
Europe Pro Bono Forum
MOVERS & SHAKERS
Katten Muchin Rosenman—Charlotte Hill
Katten strengthens financial markets and funds group in London
Hugh James—Keith Cundall & Lee Hart
Hugh James expands national Serious Injury team with two new Partners
HFW—Rémi Ducloyer
HFW continues Paris office growth with public law Partner hire
NEWS
The Court of Appeal's decision in Mazur v Charles Russell Speechlys LLP has lifted months of uncertainty for Chartered Legal Executives while prompting a rethink of regulation and supervision
The assisted dying debate returns to Westminster as Lauren Edwards MP reintroduces legislation that stalled in the House of Lords last session despite clearing the Commons
A little-noticed provision of the Crime and Policing Act 2026 has fundamentally expanded corporate criminal liability
Artificial intelligence is transforming legal practice, but careless reliance on it is creating growing professional risks
The law offers cohabiting couples surprisingly greater protection after one partner dies than when they separate during life
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