Seminars & Webcasts

Pro Bono

San Francisco, CA

• Oct. 21, 2013 San Francisco, CA

Mastering the complexities of California evidence often can be the difference between winning and losing at trial.  Recent case law and statutory developments in the law of evidence render this mastery critical in modern litigation and trials.  This program is designed to give you the most up-to-date information on California evidence standards.  The panelists represent top-flight trial attorneys and judges who will provide winning ...

• Nov. 1, 2013 San Francisco, CA

There are over 21 million veterans in the U.S.; many of them are not aware of the benefits to which they are entitled.  Medical and financial assistance are available to men and women who have served in the military, but some who can qualify are not receiving the benefits that they need.  Attorneys can assist veterans with the problems that preclude them from receiving benefits, such as: Lack of proper paper trails to “service-connect” ...

• Nov. 14, 2013 San Francisco, CA

The American Bar Association has just released updated Standards for Pro Bono Legal Services Programs.  Join this program to learn about what the Standards provide, and how you might use them to improve or build on your program.

• Dec. 16, 2013 San Francisco, CA

Some of the biggest loan servicers in California are in the process of selling off large segments of their servicing portfolios.  Servicing transfers can wreak havoc with borrowers’ accounts, particularly if they are in the midst of seeking a loan modification or other assistance.  Other borrowers encounter problems obtaining assistance due to “non-borrower” status after the death of a family member or because of limited English proficiency ...

• Jan. 31, 2014 San Francisco, CA

For low-income families who often do not have the benefit of legal counsel, eviction can mean homelessness. Most are unrepresented.  Won’t you volunteer to help those in our community who are most vulnerable?  Get the legal training you need at this half-day program and then sign up with the Justice & Diversity Center of The Bar Association of San Francisco and make a difference.

• Feb. 4, 2014 San Francisco, CA

An estimated 80% of family law litigants are self-presented, and the statistic is higher for survivors of domestic violence. Thus, low-income clients are in great need of your pro bono help.  Attend this free PLI program and volunteer with your local legal services agency to represent low-income family law litigants in need.  With a limited time commitment, you can help obtain essential legal protections needed for low-income families.

• Mar. 12, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Mar. 20, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Apr. 1, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Apr. 4, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Apr. 25, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• May. 9, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• May. 13, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• May. 28, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Aug. 15, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Sep. 4, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Sep. 11, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Oct. 2, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Oct. 8, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Nov. 10, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Dec. 15, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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