Are you planning to retire, but afraid to give up your “active” license? Or perhaps you are thinking about changing careers and leaving the legal profession, but still want to volunteer? Or maybe you are a parent or primary caregiver that does not need an “active” license but still wishes to volunteer from time to […]
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Through VAS, lawyers donate over 600 hours and $140,000 in pro bono legal services annually to people and families in Central Washington. Through Chelan-Douglas Counties Volunteer Attorney Services (VAS), legal professionals donate more than 600 hours and $140,000 in pro bono legal services every year to people and families in Chelan and Douglas counties.
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Celebrate Pro Bono is next week – here’s what you should know about this national celebration.
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When asked if I would write a blog entry for NWSidebar about my reasons for seeking appointment as governor at-large of the Washington State Bar Association, it was hard not to feel exposed. You see, the at-large position is not an elected position from a district. It was established to enhance diversity and representation on […]
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Law students often see themselves working at a public interest or legal-services setting. But after graduation, few new lawyers end up following that path. One study found just 4% of newer lawyers working in a public interest or legal services. Why might this be? Certainly, it is not for lack of demand or the need […]
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National Mentorship Month is underway, and the WSBA is rolling out informative workshops, a free Legal Lunchbox, free MentorLink Mixers, programs for credit, and more. There’s something for everyone, regardless of your area of practice or years in law. Plan to attend one or more of these events. And, throughout the year, you can use […]
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Have you seen the latest NWLawyer? Here’s what’s in the December/January issue. Get a quick read on these features, or check out the full issue now.
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Veterans Day is Nov. 11, and we’d like to take a moment to thank our veterans for their service. If you’d like to show your appreciation for those who served, there are many ways to provide legal assistance to Washington veterans.
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Like most attorneys, Michael Addams wears many hats: principal partner at the Spokane law firm Addams & Leavitt, board member of CASA Partners and Teen Closet, Washington Air National guardsman, WSBA Low Bono Section member, husband and father. In addition, Michael and his firm have incorporated a significant number of moderate means clients into their […]
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The WSBA’s Call to Duty Pledge inspires Washington attorneys to work outside their normal practice areas to serve veterans. Morgan Gabse is one attorney who branched out to meet veterans’ needs.
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Contributed by Catherine Brown and Clay Wilson Five years ago this April, WSBA launched the Moderate Means Program (MMP), an initiative to help moderate-income individuals and families in Washington connect with lawyers who would offer affordable legal services. The impact on clients, law students and attorneys is overwhelmingly positive, and over the next year we […]
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A Spokane attorney took his Call to Duty pledge to the next level as a steering committee member of the recently formed the Washington State Veterans Bar Association.
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Show your appreciation for those who served by considering these opportunities to provide legal-assistance to veterans in your community.
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Magdalena Bragun is an attorney who overcame hurdles to work in the U.S.; then she worked to help those in need – American military veterans.
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Have you heard of the Washington First Responder Will Clinic? This volunteer-driven program provides support, services, and resources to eligible first responders and their families.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, Jan. 19, 2015. If you’ve made a resolution to do pro bono service this year, now is the perfect time to get started! Here are some easy ways to get involved. Read the Seattle Times special report on Martin Luther King Jr.’s life, work, and legacy. This site […]
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