Community Engagement

We actively contribute to the local communities in which we work and are proud to give something back through a range of initiatives. Using the commitment, skills and enthusiasm of all colleagues at the firm, we give people at all levels opportunities to get involved in charitable and pro bono activities in their local area.
Andrew Shaw, Partner, Community Engagement Lead

Bevan Brittan has a long tradition of building lasting relationships with its local communities. To us, Community Engagement means immersing ourselves within each region in which we work, understanding the local nuances that set each area apart and making a tangible difference to the lives of those who live within them.

Our colleagues care passionately about supporting their local communities and across all four of our regional offices, many are engaged in a range of local initiatives.

Each office has a dedicated local charity that we support throughout the year with an annual programme of fundraising activities to provide regular support. Many colleagues have strong personal connections with local charities.

Through our regional office Community Engagement Leads and committees, we encourage local engagement with our firm-wide vision.

As well as voluntary work, we encourage colleagues to undertake pro bono legal work for local charities and not-for-profit organisations, and run mentoring schemes with local school and universities.

Community Engagement activities and initiatives

Christmas Charity Donation

In December 2023 we donated £100,000 across our four office charities, the largest single donation we've made. The £25,000 received by each charity is being used to support the valuable work they do in their communities.

Pro Bono Work

We encourage our employees to participate in pro bono legal work. This has resulted in colleagues supporting a wide range of charities and not-for-profit organisations, including the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (Bristol), Moseley Road Swimming Baths (Birmingham) and Yorkshire Cat Rescue (Leeds).

Fundraising Challenges

Our colleagues take part in a range of activities to raise money for our office charities. Recently, these have included the 50km Thames Path Challenge in London and a sleep out in Bristol, as well as canal walks, 10k runs and more across the country.

Mentoring Programme

Colleagues from all of our offices mentor sixth form and undergraduate students. This includes sharing knowledge and experience, helping to identify career opportunities, and supporting with applications and interview preparation.