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Successful Pro Bono Models for In-House Counsel: How to Effectively Provide Legal Assistance to Low-Income People

October 26, 2017 @ 1:00 pm

In-house counsel will hear from pro bono professionals at the two largest legal services organizations in the country about the most effective ways for attorneys at corporations to engage in pro bono efforts. The discussion will include the basic ingredients of a successful in-house pro bono project; common pitfalls to avoid; examples of successful pro bono models; and where to find specific in-house opportunities to provide pro bono support to low-income people.

Please join Karen Fisher Gutheil from The Legal Aid Society and Adam Heintz from Legal Services NYC as they address:

How to navigate the corporate landscape: strengths and challenges of doing pro bono at corporations
How to identify models that work and avoid common pitfalls when doing pro bono at corporations
How to find pro bono opportunities and get involved now

CLE Credit Provided for Attendance: Yes

Fee Required for Attendance: No

Registration Required for Attendance: Yes