Lawyers Against Poverty
To inspire lawyers to play a part in global justice and provide a means by which they can fulfil their duties as lawyers in society. To raise awareness of the impact on the relief of poverty that can be achieved through improved access to justice.
Activities & Mission
To inspire lawyers to play a part in global justice and provide a means by which they can fulfil their duties as lawyers in society. To raise awareness of the impact on the relief of poverty that can be achieved through improved access to justice.
Grants
Lawyers Against Poverty makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £206,711
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, other charities or voluntary bodies and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, education and training, the prevention or relief of poverty, economic or community development and employment, human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity and other charitable purposes
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £155,785 | £206,711 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £196,539 | £112,454 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £90,941 | £74,602 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £98,643 | £77,931 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2021 | £89,249 | £48,698 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Lawyers Against Poverty
What does Lawyers Against Poverty do?
To inspire lawyers to play a part in global justice and provide a means by which they can fulfil their duties as lawyers in society. To raise awareness of the impact on the relief of poverty that can be achieved through improved access to justice.
How much income did Lawyers Against Poverty report in 2025?
Lawyers Against Poverty reported total income of £156k and reported expenditure of £207k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Lawyers Against Poverty registered as a charity?
Lawyers Against Poverty was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 May 2020 as charity number 1189586. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Lawyers Against Poverty?
Lawyers Against Poverty is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Lawyers Against Poverty operate?
Lawyers Against Poverty operates across 5 areas, including Ireland, Kenya, Northern Ireland and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Lawyers Against Poverty a registered charity?
Yes — Lawyers Against Poverty is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1189586.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated