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Substantive Law, Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Professional Skills, Practice Management and Business SkillsPro Bono Barrister Court Referral Scheme: Launch of the new protocol with County Court
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Pro Bono Barrister Court Referral Scheme: Launch of the new protocol with County Court
The Bar and the County Court, working together, have designed a new pilot scheme for pro bono referrals which commenced on 1 October in the County Court’s Commercial and Common Law Divisions.
The protocol provides clear written guidance as to eligibility and the operation of the scheme. Referrals are to occur by Court Order, which will provide clarity as to the scope of requests. The new procedures are aimed at improving the quality of experience for members in providing pro bono legal assistance, in turn improving the outcome for clients and the courts.
A panel of speakers from the County Court and Victorian Bar will discuss the practical operation of the new referral scheme.