This week our Steph Bailey was recognised for her pro bono work by featuring in the pro bono recognition list, the Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales said of those recognised:

I am pleased to thank every lawyer who appears on the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List of England & Wales, of which I am Patron.

Now in its third year, the List recognises solicitors, barristers, chartered legal executives, trade mark attorneys, patent attorneys and registered foreign/European lawyers who provided 25 hours or more pro bono legal assistance over the last year. The initiative is supported by the Law Society, the Bar Council, CILEX and all the major pro bono organisations under the aegis of the Attorney General’s Pro Bono Committee.

The lawyers recognised on the List follow the long tradition of the legal profession in volunteering their time to provide free legal assistance to individuals and charities. It is therefore particularly welcome to see that a number of lawyers have appeared on the List for multiple years, demonstrating their continued commitment to pro bono.

Pro bono is not a substitute for legal aid, but it is a valuable part of our system of justice, working alongside the advice sector. The judiciary sees first-hand how pro bono advice and representation helps those who might not otherwise receive legal assistance. I hope that recognition on the List encourages the legal profession to continue its commitment to providing pro bono help to those in need.

We at KCH Garden Square would also like to recognise Steph’s contribution, not just to her pro bono work but all the work and commitment she has shown to the legal profession as a whole.

The pro bono recognition list can be found here: https://www.probonorecognitionlist.org.uk/Recognition-List

If you would like to instruct Steph, please contact civil@kchgardensquare.co.uk.