Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representation 2009

Overview

This program is dedicated to the memory of Steven H. Leleiko, Vice President, Practising Law Institute, who passed away in December 2008 after serving PLI for more than 25 years.  In addition to his on-going responsibilities, Steve was deeply committed, and devoted much of his time, to pro bono and ethics training.
 

Recently admitted NY attorneys: This program is accredited for transitional CLE credit

Why You Should Attend

Using a  lively, interactive format,  "Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representation" will examine the every day  issues of ethics and  professional responsibility  through the  prism  of pro bono/public interest law practice.

What You Will Learn

• The significance of the new Rules of Professional Conduct for pro bono representation
• How to anticipate and avoid ethics problems in pro bono matters
• Practical ways for pro bono counsel to deal with ethics problems when they cannot be avoided

Who Should Attend

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.

Special Features

Live Webcast - Simultaneous live webcast of the New York session is available for individual viewing. Webcast participants will receive streaming audio and/or video of the program, view and print the Course Handbook, and have the ability to submit questions electronically.

For more information click on the Live Webcast link in the Related Items box.

Special Bonus to all Registrants

All attendees receive a complimentary copy of PLI's comprehensive Course Handbook. This softcover, bound volume was written to augment this program and to stand alone as a permanent reference. PLI's Course Handbooks represent the definitive thinking of the nation's finest legal minds, and are often the standard reference in the field.

Please Note: Webcast attendees will receive a downloadable version of the Handbook one business day prior to the program.

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.

PLI Can Arrange Group Viewing to Your Firm

Contact the Groupcasts Department via email at groupcasts@pli.edu for more details.

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.

Schedule

December 22, 2009, 9:00 a.m. - 11:10 a.m. (E.S.T.)

Within the context of pro bono representation, this program will review issues concerning:

• The attorney-client relationship; beginning and ending the relationship and determining the scope of representation
• 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

Faculty

Co-Chair(s)

Bruce A. Green, Louis Stein Professor and Director, Louis Stein Center for Law and Ethics, Fordham Law School
Jessi Tamayo, Associate Director, Louis Stein Center for Law and Ethics, Fordham Law School

Speaker(s)

Martin Guggenheim, Fiorello LaGuardia Professor of Clinical Law, New York University School of Law
Janet Sabel, General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer, The Legal Aid Society
Madeleine Schachter, Special Counsel, Pro Bono, Baker & McKenzie LLP
Michael Scherz, Co-Director, Public Policy & Special Litigation, Lawyers for Children

Program Attorney(s)

Janet L. Siegel, Practising Law Institute

CLE Credit

Travel Information

New York City Seminar Location

PLI New York Center, 810 Seventh Avenue at 53rd Street (21st floor), New York, New York 10019. Message Center, program days only: (212) 824-5733.

New York City Hotel Accommodations

Due to high demand and limited inventory in NYC, we recommend reserving hotel rooms as early as possible.
 
The New York Hilton & Towers, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10019. 1 block from PLI Center. Reservations 1-800-HILTONS or, 1-877-NYC-HILT. Please mention that you are booking a room under the Practising Law Institute Corporate rate and the Client File # is N495741. Reservations on line at www.hilton.com and enter the same Client File # in the Corporate ID # field to access Practising Law Institute rates.

The Warwick New York Hotel, 65 West 54th Street New York, NY 10019. 1 block from PLI Center. Reservations 800-223-4099 or, hotel direct 212-247-2700. Please mention that you are booking a room under the Practising Law Institute Corporate rate. Reservations on line at www.warwickhotelny.com Click reservations in menu bar on left. Select desired dates. In 'Special Rates' drop down window select Corporate Rate. In 'Rate Code' enter PLIN. Click search and select desired room type and rate plan. Or, you may email reservation requests to: res.ny@warwickhotels.com