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02 November 2020
Categories: Legal News , Profession
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Pro Bono Week / LexisNexis Webinar: Rule of Law & Access to Justice: where do we go from here?

Lawyers across the UK are marking Pro Bono Week 2020 (2-6 November) with virtual events in recognition of the vast amount of legal help given for free each year by lawyers in all practice areas

This year’s theme is ‘Through the pandemic and beyond’.

On 6 November, LexisNexis will host a debate and discussion on how to protect the rule of law and encourage the public to recognise its value. The rule of law is currently at the forefront of public discussion, from the Internal Market Bill to the independent panel on Judicial Review, from the backlog in the court system to comments on the role lawyers play in the immigration and criminal justice system.

Baroness Hale, Baroness Kennedy QC, David Greene and Matthew Ryder QC will discuss these issues at 4.30pm on 6 November.

Join them for free by signing up at: bit.ly/3ejT5NT.

#ProBonoWeek

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MOVERS & SHAKERS

DAC Beachcroft—Paul Brehony

DAC Beachcroft—Paul Brehony

Commercial disputes practice expands with partner hire in London

Ward Hadaway—Maria Coster

Ward Hadaway—Maria Coster

Partner appointed to lead family and matrimonial department in Leeds

Slater Heelis—Helen Marsh

Slater Heelis—Helen Marsh

Commercial property team expands in Manchester with partner appointment

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