We are proud to announce our official mention on the Pro Bono Recognition List, 2026.
This list extends nationally, with firms and individuals all over England and Wales taking part in building the foundation for a fairer justice system.
Here at Pro Legal Group, our team is committed to justice, working in the public interest, and community impact.
Led by our CEO, Martin Kingman, our team of professionals has been able to provide over 25 hours’ worth of Pro Bono legal assistance over the past year.
What is Pro Bono?
Pro Bono work is voluntary, providing legal assistance without charge to those with limited means, non-profit organizations, low-income individuals, etc.
It isn’t a replacement for publicly funded legal systems, but a way to ensure equal access to justice.
The Pro Bono Recognition List is an annual recognition initiative for solicitors, barristers, and legal professionals in England and Wales, bringing light to the charitable acts of individuals and firms.
Why Does Pro Bono Work Matter?
Pro Bono is crucial to ensure justice applies to communities who find themselves unfortunately positioned, underdeveloped, or vulnerable – it also benefits non-profit charities and enterprises focused on social, humanitarian, environmental and community causes.
We understand the importance of working for public interests, and the recognise the devastation that inability to access legal assistance can cause.
People are not always fortunate enough to access legal assistance, despite the lasting impact it can have on the trajectory of a life, and we believe these individuals are just as deserving of these services as anyone else.
We are honoured to serve the community and be part of a commitment that preserves the legal profession’s larger public service duty.
How Does the Recognition Process Work?
The work conducted to be recognized under Pro Bono must be strictly legal work, however it is not inherently limited to any single sector of law. This can include:
- Legal Advice
- Representation
- Legal Research
- Drafting Legal Documents and Policy Materials
This list is not exhaustive.
There are standards that must be reached for legal work to be considered Pro-Bono as opposed to just free-of-charge. These standards are split into three areas: qualifying fee-earners, qualifying clients and qualifying work.
Pro Bono Definitions
Qualifying fee-earner: a legal professional who extends their expertise and experience to a qualifying client – these fee-earners must be and remain employed with a law firm, and be seconded into a legal route.
Qualifying client: individuals with limited means and certain organisations. Organisations only apply when they have a social, environmental, cultural, humanitarian or community focus.
Qualifying work: any legal service provided free of expectation to a qualifying client by a qualifying fee-earner – legal teaching institutions can be considered qualifying where the work is conducted in the public interest.
What This Recognition Means for Pro Legal Group
Going forward, we view this recognition as a reflection of our commitment to responsible legal practice and public service.
It is a physical reflection of our legal professionals’ commitment to charity, support towards communities and improving access to legal assistance.
At Pro-Legal Group, we believe in maintaining professional excellence through every endeavour, and we understand, as legal professionals, the social responsibilities we carry.
This is one of many years, looking forward we are prepared to go the extra mile for people who really need it; hopefully, along the way, encouraging others to engage in the meaningful Pro Bono work we are so proud to provide. Recognition List 2026
