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. And that activity has been increasing, according to Niamh Counihan, Matheson’s pro bono partner and director of legal and regulatory affairs. “In recent years Irish lawyers have doubled down on their efforts to volunteer their time and legal and business skills to support unmet legal needs in their communities and respond to global humanitarian issues,”
