National Pro Bono Week

National Pro Bono Week Begins October 22!

Celebrate with the Pro Bono Advisory Board at the College of Law with these great events:

Monday, October 22

Pro Bono Tabling

Second Floor Cafe/Lounge Hallway, 12pm to 2pm

"What is Pro Bono, And Where Do I Start?"

Students are invited to stop by the Pro Bono Advisory Board table during lunch to learn about various legal volunteer programs, how to get involved, and other events for the week.

Tuesday, October 23

Pro Bono Lunch Panel

Room 204, 11:45am to 1pm

"You Had Me at Pro Bono"

Please join us for a panel discussion about getting involved with pro bono activities as a student and continuing that work while in practice.  Guest speakers will include Samantha Howell, Esq. (Prisoners' Legal Services of New York), Sally Curran, Esq. (Volunteer Lawyer Project), Tom Myers, Esq. (Bond, Schoeneck & King), and Prof. Gregory Germain (SU Bankruptcy Clinic).  Lunch will be provided.  Open to all students, and no RSVP is required.

Wednesday, October 24

Pro Bono Networking Reception

Heritage Alumni Lounge, 5:30pm to 7:30pm

"Pro Bono Work: Great for You and Me"

This event has limited space and is highly attended every year.  Please join us for a networking reception with many distinguished legal practitioners.  Details on the attendees is forthcoming.  Business attire is recommended.  Food will be served.  Open to all students, but RSVP is requested: Email ProBono@law.syr.edu by Monday, October 22 at 5pm to reserve your spot.