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A former Simmons & Simmons lawyer is setting out to help vulnerable children in Pakistan and build up a network highlighting the value of pro bono work in the country.
Mahnaz Malik, previously a litigation associate with Simmons in London, is coordinating the scheme with help from the Law Society.
Named 'Project Advocate', the scheme will provide access to justice for children in detention in Pakistan. Nearly half of Pakistan's population is under 18 and recent cases that have come to light involve children as young as six being arrested for offences such as theft.
"We're helping children, but...