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The Bar of Ireland has today announced a three-year sponsorship of the free legal advice clinics run by Community Law & Mediation, a Coolock and Limerick-based non-profit organisation, which works to reduce and remove barriers to the law.
The announcement follows a longstanding, informal tradition which sees barristers providing pro bono services at Community Law & Mediation.
Addressing the event, Chairman of the Council of The Bar of Ireland, David Barniville SC stated, “Access to justice is a fundamental human right not a luxury, however many people can find it difficult to navigate the justice system for various reasons. We are delighted to formalise our relationship with the Community Law & Mediation today with this three-year sponsorship.
Community Law & Mediation Chief Executive Rose Wall said; “Everyone should be able to access basic legal information and advice irrespective of their income and background. We work with many people for whom this is not always a reality and the support provided by The Bar of Ireland is invaluable in that regard. This sponsorship arrangement will ensure that our free legal advice clinics will be secured and available for those who need it for the next three years.