London Associate Pens Article for ‘The Law Society Gazette’ as Part of UK Pro Bono Week

London Associate Joseph Ninan contributed an article to The Law Society Gazette, first published on Nov. 6, as part of its Pro Bono Week series. Although BCLP supports a number of pro bono schemes, Ninan focussed on the firm’s involvement with the LawWorks Welfare Benefits First-tier Tribunal Representation project. This involves pairs of BCLP volunteers acting on behalf of individuals who are appealing a benefits decision (generally employment support allowance or personal independence payment). Ninan summed up his thoughts, writing “I have been fortunate to be involved in a number of successful appeals and it is incredibly rewarding to know you have made a real difference to someone’s life. Our clients may be suffering from mental or physical issues I can only imagine and having someone guide them through the process and ensure their case is presented in the strongest possible way is vital to ensuring they receive the benefits to which they are entitled and which they do truly need.”

 This year Pro Bono Week in the UK took place from Nov. 2-6. The week recognizes and supports the voluntary contribution made by lawyers across the UK in giving free legal help to those in need.