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2026 TrustLaw Index of Pro Bono
The survey for the 2026 Index of Pro Bono is now open for submissions. Participation from law firms of all sizes and across regions are welcome.
Supreme Court of the Philippines launches digital platform to help lawyer compliance
The Supreme Court of the Philippines on Tuesday launched the first phase of the Unified Legal Aid Service Portal, the centralised digital platform that streamlines how lawyers report and monitor their pro bono legal aid to Filipinos in need.
Lawyers working pro bono to draft plea against casino: Ex-CJ
A team of lawyers who agreed to work pro bono is drafting a writ petition challenging the permissions for Delta Corp’s new 112-m long offshore casino, said former Allahabad high court chief justice Ferdino Rebello.
Tackling The Overlooked Obstacle To Pro Bono Work: Not Having A Clue How To Do It
Some practice areas easily lend themselves to pro bono work. Criminal defense lawyers can step up for indigent defendants and commercial real estate attorneys can help a non-profit organization find a new headquarters. It’s a bit tougher to figure out what a 40 Act lawyer is going to do. While the biggest barrier to pro bono service will always be professional apathy, don’t overlook the problem of willing lawyers who feel lost and unqualified about the particulars of pro bono work.
US Department of Justice drops defence of Trump orders targeting law firms
The US Department of Justice on Monday deserted its defence of President Trump’s executive orders targeting several of the nation’s top law firms, court filings show.
Singaporean civil legal aid entry point raised from $1,050 to $1,650
The per capita household income threshold for civil legal aid in Singapore will be raised from $1,050 to $1,650, to extend access to justice to those most in need. Raising the per capita household income threshold could potentially benefit up to 1,000 more Singapore citizens and permanent residents annually.
Bridging Justice Gaps: How Colorado Springs Lawyers Pro Bono Delivers Legal Relief to Those Who Need It Most
In a city where innovation meets rugged spirit, Colorado Springs relies on a quiet but powerful force to ensure legal justice reaches everyone—Pro Bono practitioners committed to closing gaps in access to legal representation.
District of Columbia Courts to tag in non-attorneys to help civil litigants
The District of Columbia Courts is the latest court system in the US to allow non-attorneys to help guide civil litigants who face matters without an attorney, creating a program that expands who can advise people facing evictions, child custody disputes and other matters.