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Abu Dhabi Global Market Courts enhance access to justice with pro bono mediation scheme
Abu Dhabi Global Market Courts announced the launch of its Pro Bono Mediators Panel, marking a significant step in expanding access to justice and further strengthening its Court-Annexed Mediation Scheme, which was established in 2019 as a first for the region.
A fourth judge has blocked a Trump executive order targeting elite law firms
A federal judge has dismissed President Trump's executive order targeting a prominent firm for taking on cases or hiring individuals perceived as adversaries by the President. This ruling marks the latest in a series of legal victories for law firms pushing back against the punitive campaign against Big Law.
Kirkland pro bono lawyer leaves for Jones Day following Trump deal
A senior pro bono lawyer at Kirkland & Ellis has left the firm, joining Jones Day to work on immigration issues.
Alabama’s only civil legal aid faces elimination under proposed cuts
Legal Services Alabama, the state’s only nonprofit provider of free, statewide civil legal aid, is at risk of losing its funding under the proposed federal budget for fiscal year 2026.
United Nations Public Service Day: IBA Pro Bono Committee highlights lawyers’ commitment to access to justice for all
To commemorate the 2025 United Nations Public Service Day on 23 June, the International Bar Association (IBA) has highlighted the value to individuals and communities of pro bono work undertaken by law professionals and specifically that of the IBA Pro Bono Committee.
Germany warns US law firms that did deals with Trump
US law firms that struck deals with President Trump to avoid punitive executive orders are at risk of losing their right to operate in Germany, its Bar Association has warned.
EU confirms access to Court is a fundamental right in challenge against Poland
Lawyers have welcomed the European Commission's decision to refer Poland to the Court of Justice of the EU over barriers to access to justice in environmental matters.
Scotland's legal aid crisis to deepen with 41% of solicitors considering exit
A survey of Scottish legal aid solicitors has revealed further evidence of a deepening crisis in access to justice, with 41% of respondents either planning to stop legal aid work within two years or unsure whether they will continue. The findings come from a Law Society of Scotland survey of smaller firms, with separate research confirming that around 90% of legal aid work is undertaken by firms with fewer than 10 solicitors.