Monthly Archives: March 2011
Pro Bono: What’s Your Excuse?
You have every excuse in the book. You may feel constrained by a lack of time, training, or an absence of malpractice insurance. But, we’re here to tell you that you can do pro bono. All you need is an … Continue reading
Judges as Pro Bono Champions
There is no better way to change the pro bono culture of a state (or county, or city) than to involve the judiciary in facilitating pro bono. Many judges are under the mistaken impression that they cannot do pro bono … Continue reading
Exciting Program Offerings at 2011 ABA/NLADA Equal Justice Conference
I’ve just had an opportunity to review the most recent draft of the 2011 ABA/NLADA Equal Justice Conference schedule; my review reminds me why this is such an exciting event each year. As always, there is a broad range of … Continue reading
Yes, A Small Law Firm Can Have a Pro Bono Program!
Many lawyers believe their firm is too small to have a formal pro bono program. In addition, many legal service providers think the firms in their service area have too few attorneys to make a meaningful pro bono commitment. Both … Continue reading