Pro Bono
“The provision of free legal services by lawyers and law firms to those who cannot otherwise afford legal representation and to organisations that support such individuals has been a long-standing feature of the Irish legal landscape. The contribution of private lawyers to the pro bono sphere is beneficial for everyone involved. NGOs and community organisations tackling social issues can capitalise on the range of specialised legal expertise commercial lawyers can provide by receiving free legal assistance to help solve critical societal challenges and advance social justice. The lawyers are equally rewarded with an opportunity to put their values into action while also developing their professional skills.”
“The provision of free legal services by lawyers and law firms to those who cannot otherwise afford legal representation and to organisations that support such individuals has been a long-standing feature of the Irish legal landscape. The contribution of private lawyers to the pro bono sphere is beneficial for everyone involved. NGOs and community organisations tackling social issues can capitalise on the range of specialised legal expertise commercial lawyers can provide by receiving free legal assistance to help solve critical societal challenges and advance social justice. The lawyers are equally rewarded with an opportunity to put their values into action while also developing their professional skills.”
Niamh Counihan
Pro Bono Partner
At Matheson, we are committed to making a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work.
We devote our specialist legal expertise and skills to drive meaningful sustainable change and give back to our communities.
We believe that universal access to justice and to legal services is essential to the rule of law and that we have a responsibility to use our skills and knowledge to support the legal needs of those who need them most.
Supporting access to justice through pro bono legal work reflects our ethos and culture as a firm, and forms an important part of our Impactful Business Programme. Through our pro bono practice we provide legal assistance to those who most require representation and advice in our community, and to the organisations that support them.
Our Pro Bono commitment to meaningful service to our community and impactful business
It is fundamental to our commitment that we use our professional skills and experience to provide pro bono legal services. We encourage all of our business services staff and lawyers to participate in pro bono work.
In November 2020, Matheson became a founding signatory to Ireland’s Pro Bono Pledge, an initiative which calls on legal professionals to commit to promote access to justice by providing free legal assistance to those in need.
