Why You Should Attend

This program will introduce best practices for engaging in pro bono representation, addressing practical issues that often arise, and present strategies for successfully handling them. The program will also focus on key issues for pro bono at corporations in particular, and will include the perspective of in-house, law firm, and legal service organization partners.

What You Will Learn
After completing this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand pro bono basics including the need for pro bono counsel, identifying opportunities, balancing professional obligations, and understanding tools for working effectively with low-income clients.

• Recognize key issues for pro bono at corporations, including the perspectives of in-house counsel, law firms, and legal services organizations

• Spot common ethical issues in pro bono representation

Who Should Attend

Attorneys from law firms and corporate legal departments considering pro bono representation as well as attorneys new to public interest and legal services practice will benefit from the program, as well as attorneys and coordinators involved in managing pro bono programs.

*Scholarships are available to participate in this program: https://learning.pli.edu/scholarshipworking

If working for an IRC Section 501c3 organization dedicated to providing direct pro bono representation, the organization may be eligible to receive a PLI Pro Bono Membership which provides free access to PLI programs.