Pro Bono Net - Volunteer lawyers and legal aid advocates increasing access to justice

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This site provides resources for pro bono and legal services attorneys and others working to assist low income or underserved clients. Please join our community and start making a difference today!

Pro Bono Net News

Thanks to everyone who joined us for #GivingTuesday as we recognized those working year round to empower vulnerable populations, and contribute to their work. By supporting Pro Bono Net, you are ensuring that thousands of volunteer lawyers across the country are better equipped to make a difference for those in need. For this year's #GivingTuesday we highlighted Dorinda Foster, an amazing LiveHelp volunteer in New York. We are so grateful for people like Dorinda who dedicate their own time to helping those who cannot afford an attorney. Visit our donate page to learn more about how you can support innovations in access to justice, and check out Dorinda's story.

Pro Bono Net is proud to announce the launch of a new website connecting crime victims with information and free civil legal assistance being piloted in three Western New York counties, allowing victims to learn about their rights and connect with resources or legal representation. Funded by the New York State Office of Victim Services, New York Crime Victims Legal Help will initially serve Erie, Genesee, and Niagra counties and will expand to serve crime victims Upstate and on Long Island by the end of 2019. Learn more in the press release.

The Need For Pro Bono

The need for legal services among the poor is overwhelming. According to an American Bar Association study, at least 40% of low and moderate-income households experience a legal problem each year. Yet studies show that the collective civil legal aid effort is meeting only about 20% of the legal needs of low-income people.

Who We Are

Pro Bono Net is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing access to justice through innovative uses of technology and increased volunteer lawyer participation.

Watch our video celebrating our 15th anniversary celebration and learn more about how Pro Bono Net and our partners are bridging the justice gap.

To Get Started

Simply select your state from the Regional Sites menu on the left, or pick one of the substantive National Sites. We even have a growing International Sites section as well.

Once registered, you will have access to a wealth of helpful resources including:

Volunteer opportunities
Training calendars
News
Libraries of training and reference materials

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Also, click here for our FAQ. If you cannot find what you are looking for, click the Help link on any page, or contact us.

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Pro Bono Net Updates

Hot Topics!

October 21-27, 2018 - This year we celebrated National Pro Bono Week by focusing on disaster resiliency in addition to pro bono work around the country. Learn more.

October, 2018 - October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Through LawHelp's resources, domestic violence survivors can identify abusive behavior, obtain orders of protection, protect their children and access assistance related to housing rights and public benefits. Read our press release to learn more.

August, 2018 - Pro Bono Net and Lone Star Legal Aid are pleased to announce the launch of the National Disaster Legal Aid Advocacy Center, a new online resource to support public interest legal advocates helping communities recover, rebuild and grow resilience in the wake of disasters. Visit the Advocacy Center to learn more.

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