WeSolve ProBono

Introducing Free Legal Assistance for Greece’s Student Legal Community

WeSolve ProBono is a groundbreaking initiative that introduces the concept of free legal assistance within the student legal community in Greece. This pioneering program aims to make pro bono legal services a standard practice in Greek Law Schools, fostering social responsibility and ensuring greater access to justice.

In partnership with law firms and Professors, students participating in the program offer free legal aid to those unable to afford representation. The initiative not only supports vulnerable individuals but also provides students with hands-on experience, allowing them to engage in real-world legal work.

Through internships at law firms and non-profit organizations across Greece, participants gain invaluable practical experience while contributing to a more inclusive society.

From Vision to Reality

WeSolve ProBono: Legal Practice in Action

WeSolve hosted a one-day conference at the Nomiki Vivliothiki Conference Room to celebrate the achievements of the WeSolve ProBono initiative. The event brought together distinguished Professors and Lawyers to discuss the connection between legal theory and practice. It also provided a comparative analysis of the pro bono system in Greece, with international experts offering valuable insights. The final segment featured personal experiences from students and lawyers who participated in the program.

Key Speakers Included:

  • Ioannis Kalpouzos, Visiting Professor, Harvard Law School, Co-Founder of Global Legal Action Network

  • Ioannis Androulakis, Assistant Professor of Criminal Law & Criminal Procedure, Faculty of Law, University of Athens

  • Ioannis Skandalis, Assistant Professor of Labor Law, Faculty of Law, University of Athens

  • Zafeirios Tsolakidis, Associate Professor of Civil Law, Faculty of Law, University of Athens

  • Iliana Papacharalampous, Attorney at Law

  • Artemis Karathanassi, Legal Director, PwC Greece

  • Anna Vafeiadou, Legal Sector Leader, WWF Greece

  • Anna Maria Kountouri, Head of Legal Department, The HOME Project

  • Dimitra Dai, Criminal Defence Attorney

  • Tamy Drakopoulou, Head of Legal Department, Dog’s Voice Nonprofit Organisation

Event Moderator:

  • Periklis Vasilopoulos, Journalist, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility, ERT

The conference sparked a dynamic discussion about the future of pro bono legal practice and its impact on society.