UK Law Society Article: How lawyers can show support for people in Ukraine

Our president I. Stephanie Boyce said:

“We condemn the actions of the Russian Federation, which are in contravention of international law. There is no doubt that these actions are a direct threat to the rule of law.”

Read our full statement and make sure you’re compliant with recent sanctions

Action from the legal profession

Ukraine Advice Project UK

Immigration lawyers have launched an advice service to provide free help and support to Ukrainians seeking refuge in the UK in the wake of the Russian invasion.

Find out more about the Ukraine Advice Project UK

If you’re a qualified immigration lawyer looking to volunteer pro bono advice, email [email protected].

If you’re a Ukrainian national seeking legal advice, email [email protected].

Ukraine Justice Alliance

Lawyers, law firms and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have formed a coalition offering legal expertise and support to Ukrainian people, Ukrainian NGOs, civil society organisations and the government of Ukraine.

The group plans to focus on activities such as:

• accountability and prosecutions
• evidence-gathering and information provision
• strategic refugee and asylum advice

The immediate focus is on practical assistance for Ukrainians on the ground and?critical legal issues, such as immigration and preservation of evidence.

Find out more about Ukraine Justice Alliance

If you’re a lawyer with relevant expertise (such as international criminal law) looking to help, email [email protected].

Please note that this is a rapidly evolving area, and the above pro bono initiatives are only the ones the Law Society is aware of at time of publishing. There may be others that will be added in the future. The Law Society cannot comment on the operations of the above pro bono initiatives.