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 2013 will examine everyday issues of ethics and professional responsibility in pro bono and public interest practice.
What you will learn
Using “all-new” hypotheticals as the basis of discussion, this program will review the ethical issues that arise in the context of pro bono representation 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
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.
PLI Group Discounts
Groups of 4-14 from the same organization, all registering at the same time, for a PLI program scheduled for presentation at the same site, are entitled to receive a group discount. For further discount information, please contact membership@pli.edu or call (800) 260-4PLI.
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.