As part of PLI’s commitment to public service and the pro bono activities of the legal community, there is no fee to attend this program.
Why you should attend
Using a lively, interactive format, Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representation 2014 will examine everyday issues of ethics and professional responsibility in pro bono and public interest practice.
What you will learn
Within the context of pro bono representation, using “all-new” hypotheticals as the basis of discussion, this program will review issues concerning:

• The attorney-client relationship
• Who is the client?
• Client misconduct
• Confidentiality, conflicts of interest and privilege
• Dealing with pro se adversaries and other third parties
• Representing clients with diminished capacity
• Ethical issues faced by firm and in-house counsel undertaking pro bono activities
• Working competently in new areas of law
• Overseeing subordinate lawyers and non-lawyers
• Unauthorized practice of law (either by misusing non-lawyer assistants or by practicing outside one's ,own jurisdiction)
• Limited scope representation

Who should attend
All attorneys working in nonprofit organizations and legal service organizations, as well as those involved in pro bono practice in law firms and corporate legal departments.
How you can register
Visit PLI's website and click on "Register Now."
PLI Can Arrange Group Viewing to Your Firm
Contact the Groupcasts Department via email at groupcasts@pli.edu for more details.
Cancellations
All cancellations received 3 business days prior to the program will be refunded 100%. If you do not cancel within the allotted time period, payment is due in full. You may substitute another individual to attend the program at any time.