As part of PLI's commitment to public service and the pro bono activities of the legal community, there is no fee to attend this program.

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.

For more information and to register, please click here: www.pli.edu/product/seminar_detail.asp