5RB proudly supports Advocate and the Free Representation Unit, and contributes financial support and pro bono work by volunteers.
We consider that the provision of a degree of free legal advice and representation is an essential part of a barrister’s practice in accordance with the general standards and ethics of the Bar. The proportion of time that individual members of chambers devote to pro bono work varies from member to member, but many of our members undertake a significant amount of pro bono work through charities or through the High Court Media and Communications’ List ‘Pro Bono Trial Advocacy Scheme’.
Some examples of the kind of services which 5RB barristers provide free of charge include:
The Pro Bono Recognition list 2026 recognises lawyers who undertook 25 hours or more of legal pro bono work over the last year. We are proud to have Jonathan Barnes KC included in this list. More information can be found here.
5RB hosts an annual quiz to raise funds for Advocate and FRU. Members of 5RB also take part in the London Legal Walk each year, supported by the London Legal Support Trust.
In 2025, 5RB was proudly recognised, once again, as Advocate’s Silver Pro Bono Patron. Chambers looks forward to continuing to support the cause in 2026, helping Advocate and other charity teams achieve their goal of making justice accessible to all.
