The Practising Law Institute is launching its first Pro Bono Open Interactive Course, Effective Communication with the Legal Services Client, on August 4-8, 2014. The course will run for five days (varying between 10-45 minutes each day), from August 4-8, 2014. It is open to all, without cost, and blends traditional course materials with videos, discussion forums (to which you will be asked to contribute your observations) and other activities that can be viewed at any time of day or night.

The course will be held exclusively online from Monday through Friday. Participants are expected to participate each day but may attend each daily segment any time, day or night. This course will teach new attorneys and seasoned professionals how to work effectively and cooperatively with their pro bono client.

PLI's Open Interactive Courses are designed to encourage collaboration and meaningful discussions between participants and the instructor.

The program shows how to create an environment in which you can educate and empower your clients — and achieve the best possible outcomes in pro bono cases.

You will learn:

• Techniques for getting to know your pro bono client
• Strategies for establishing a trusting and productive relationship
• Tips for effective communication with your client
• Strategies for helping your client make informed legal choices

Effective Communication with the Legal Services Client will be of particular interest to attorneys assisting pro bono clients through representation or in clinical settings, firm pro bono coordinators and partners, corporate law department pro bono managers, law clinic students and faculty, and public interest and non-profit organization attorneys and staff. 

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