In 2020, nearly 2,500 WSBA members contributed about 178,000 hours of pro bono legal services. That’s more than 70 hours per person, on average. That’s almost twice the national average, according to the ABA. And that’s more than 20 hours beyond the pro bono hours needed to make the Pro Bono Publico Honor Roll.
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The pandemic has changed the landscape for many, businesses closing, individuals facing eviction, and unemployment and disproportionate impacts on communities of color. Legal professionals of all practice areas and license types can help in a variety of ways. In October, the WSBA celebrates Pro Bono Month. Even as the month comes to a close, it’s always a good time to look at ways members of the legal community can help and take action.
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In the latest issue of NWLawyer, we introduce our newest Board President: Rajeev Majumdar, the first state bar president of South Asian descent. And we celebrate the legal professionals who give so freely of their time to serve the public good.
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Over the summer, Washington Defense Trial Layers rolled up their sleeves to gather school supplies for foster kids.
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University of Washington law students gain real-world experience while contributing their time and expertise to their community through pro bono work.
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Service to others is at the heart of Seattle University School of Law’s mission. Find out how its students are answering that call.
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Part of Gonzaga law’s mission is to educate students to serve the public good, which is one reason its future lawyers must complete at least 30 hours of public service. Here’s what they’re doing with that time.
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Leave it to Washington legal professionals to raise the bar. WSBA is proud to highlight the many, many Washington legal professionals named in the 2017 Washington State Supreme Court Pro Bono Publico Honor Roll, which recognizes individuals who reported at least 50 hours of pro bono work in 2017.
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Celebrate Pro Bono is next week – here’s what you should know about this national celebration.
Read More…To kick off WSBA’s Celebrate Pro Bono program, we’re talking to members about how they give back and serve the profession.
Read More…Learn how WSBA members like you give back and serve the profession. Katie Bove is an emeritus pro bono attorney who has been a WSBA member since 1993. In this interview, she shares her experiences as an emeritus pro bono member and how it has kept her foot in the legal profession, allowing her to […]
Read More…You can earn up to 6 MCLE credits for performing pro bono service. Learn more about the MCLE Pro Bono Rule. Under MCLE regulations, attorneys have an opportunity to earn up to six MCLE credit hours for performing pro bono service or for mentoring in a pro bono case. Learn more about the MCLE Pro […]
Read More…Learn how WSBA members like you give back and serve the profession. Ryan Carpenter is a member of the Oregon State Bar, but lives and works in Washington state. Under the multi-jurisdictional practice of law rule, he is also able to volunteer in Washington. Watch the video to learn more about the multi-jurisdictional practice of […]
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