Monthly Archives: February 2011

Prior to my employment at the ABA I had the pleasure of helping the ABA Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service develop a set of standards for pro bono program operations. Their extensive efforts, supported by considerable feedback … Continue reading →

1. Law Students Provide Substantial Resources Law students can perform client intake, perform client interviews, develop written materials and conduct presentations. Students with foreign language speaking skills can translate written materials or provide oral interpretation services. In addition, students who … Continue reading →

I just read Can You Meet the Pro Bono Standard, describing the Minnesota State Bar Association’s new strategy to encourage attorneys in the state to do pro bono. In order to participate, law firms must commit to:1% of a firm’s … Continue reading →