3-Hour Program

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Overview

Why you should attend

While the ethical obligations of pro bono legal practice are no different than a commercial law practice, there are practical considerations regarding eligibility of clients, challenging clients, conflicts (similar in theory, different in practice settings), expectations on both sides, case management responsibility, and different delivery models, such as limited scope representation, that cause many professionals to hesitate offering pro bono legal services. This program is designed to answer questions regarding the ethical obligations of pro bono legal service, encourage attorneys to engage in this professionally rewarding aspect of law practice, be aware of changes in the practice of law, and remove ambiguities that are barriers to engaging in pro bono legal services.

What you will learn

Experts in professional responsibility and in pro bono service from law firms, legal services, and in-house corporate law departments and federal pro bono programs will discuss:

  • Application of the California Rules of Professional Conduct
  • ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct
  • Proposed California Rules of Professional Conduct
  • Basics of Pro Bono, Including the Definition of “Pro Bono”
  • Why Pro Bono is Considered an Important Part of the Profession
  • Professional Responsibility Concerns Unique to Pro Bono
  • Pro Bono in a Federal Jurisdiction Context
The faculty will discuss hypothetical fact patterns and illustrate the application of the rules.

Who should attend

Law firm pro bono coordinators and partners, law firm associates, legal services pro bono coordinators, solo practitioners, small and medium firm attorneys engaged in pro bono legal services, judges, and everyone interested in increasing access to justice.

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