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04 November 2022
Issue: 8001 / Categories: Legal News , Pro Bono , Charities , Profession , International justice
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NLJ this week: Supporting pro bono

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It’s Pro Bono Week 2022 next week (7-11 November). Firm supporter NLJ features two articles this week which illustrate the important difference pro bono work can make.

Advocates for International Development (A4ID) sets out the role played by the global charity and the kind of work it does. A4ID matches international legal expertise with local need for pro bono assistance in more than 100 jurisdictions. Read more about A4ID here.

Rebecca Wilkinson, CEO, LawWorks, the pro bono group for solicitors, sets out the business case for pro bono, such as enhanced recruitment and retention, job satisfaction and attracting clients. See Rebecca's article here.

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Shakespeare Martineau—Marie Bourke

Shakespeare Martineau—Marie Bourke

Shakespeare Martineau strengthens Sheffield regulatory practice with new hires

Sackers—Louise McRae & Annabella Hwang

Sackers—Louise McRae & Annabella Hwang

Sackers recruits new associates

McHale & Co—Shaun Little & Patrick Byrne

McHale & Co—Shaun Little & Patrick Byrne

Firm bolsters senior team with head of corporate and head of employment

NEWS
A wide-ranging Civil Way column highlights developments from insolvency procedure to employment law, but one case stands out for its lessons on bankruptcy, family homes and digital communications
A sprawling Intellectual Property Office battle between House of Fraser and Frasers Property has delivered a masterclass in modern trade mark law
Courts in England and Wales and Singapore are increasingly confronting complex disputes over international child relocation as families become more globally mobile
The government’s long-awaited family law reform consultation could mark a turning point for domestic abuse victims navigating financial remedy proceedings, but significant challenges remain
A new commercial court pilot giving the public access to documents used in hearings, including expert reports, is raising difficult questions about transparency and privacy
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