Kenworthy’s Chambers is pleased to announce that four of our members have been included in the Pro Bono Recognition List of England and Wales. 

The Pro Bono Recognition List 2025

This list is published to celebrate legal professionals who contribute towards access to justice, recognising both Barristers and Solicitors who give 25 or more hours of pro bono legal assistance.

Our members who have been recognised in the Pro Bono Recognition List of England and Wales in 2025 are Gita Patel, Sally Penni MBE, Craig Holmes, and Matthew Todd.

For Employment Barrister Matthew Todd, this demonstrates a continued dedication to pro bono work. Last year, he was shortlisted as a finalist at the inaugural Greater Manchester Pro Bono Awards in the Chambers’ Individual of the Year category, and before that, prior to being awarded tenancy, he completed the Pro Bono Pledge for Pupils.

Advocate’s Pro Bono Pledge

Now following in the Employment Barrister’s footsteps are Kenworthy’s two newly qualified Barristers, Jack Dingley and Zahra Khan. We are proud to reveal that both accepted Advocate’s Pro Bono Pledge for Pupils and completed a piece of pro bono work during the second six months of their respective pupillages. 

Pro bono help is often the last resort for individuals who need but cannot access legal representation. Advocate is a pro bono charity that connects Barristers with individuals who are not covered by public funding and cannot afford to pay. 

Jack Dingley’s Pro Bono Pledge

Immigration Barrister Jack Dingley drafted a lengthy letter guide for a client who found themselves in this situation. Unable to find a representative to guide them through the various stages of the appeal process. Jack provided his pro bono client with a step-by-step guide on how to prepare for the appeal if the client could not find a legal aid lawyer, because the chances of them finding a representative to assist were low.

Zahra Khan’s Pro Bono Pledge

For her pro bono pledge, Zahra Khan wrote advice for a young person who was being privately prosecuted by TfL for fare avoidance. Speaking about the case, the Criminal and Family Law expert said, “he was going to be unrepresented at the hearing, so I gave him advice on next steps in asking for an adjournment and trying to achieve an out-of-court disposal so that he did not get a criminal record.” She also responded to some questions the client had.

Kenworthy’s Chambers Celebrates Members' Pro Bono Work

Practice Manager Maria Rushworth said, “Congratulations to all our members who were honoured in the Pro Bono Recognition List and to Jack and Zahra for completing the Pro Bono Pledge. It is amazing to see the Pupil Pledge growing each year. 

“Providing clients with pro bono services can be life-changing. We are seeing this being brought into ever sharper focus with barriers to accessing justice increasing over time.” 

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