Pro Bono Net is pleased to have several staff members presenting at multiple sessions at the 2012 Equal Justice Conference from May 16-19 in Jacksonville, Fla., discussing topics including encouraging pro bono in rural communities, the role of librarians in accessing legal information, and addressing limited English proficiency.

Pro Bono Net staff attending the conference include Liz Keith, LawHelp Program Manager; Claudia Johnson, LawHelp Interactive Program Manager; Tony Lu, Pro Bono & Special Initiatives Coordinator; and Jessica Stuart, Associate Product Manager.

Pro Bono Net is a leader in innovative technology solutions that increase access to justice. The Equal Justice Conference is an opportunity for Pro Bono Net to share with others in the field our experiences and ideas.

The Equal Justice Conference brings together all components of the legal community to discuss equal justice issues as they relate to the delivery of legal services to the poor and low-income individuals in need of legal assistance. The emphasis of the Conference is on strengthening partnerships among the key players in the civil justice system.

Specific panels in which Pro Bono Net staff will take part are listed below. (You can find a full conference agenda online as well.)

 WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2012

8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Self-Represented Litigation Network Pre-Conference
Among other panelists, Claudia Johnson will discuss online forms and e-filing, JusticeCorps, and LEP & SRL issues.
City Terrace 7

12:30 - 5 pm
Beyond the Basics: Experienced Pro Bono Program Managers
Among other panelists, Tony Lu will present on social media and pro bono.
St. Johns

THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2012

9:45 - 11:15 AM
Librarians Collaborating to Meet the Need for Access to Legal Information
Panelists: Liz Keith, Stacey Bowers, Glenn Ranwdon
City Terrace 7

1:30 - 3 PM
Brick and Mortar Self Help Centers + Technology=Magic
Panelists: Claudia Johnson, Ana Maria Garcia, Harry Jacobs
River Terrace 3

3:45 - 5:15 PM
50 NEW Tech Tips
Panelists: Liz Keith, David Bonebrake, Glenn Rawdon, Jane Ribadeneyra, Brian Rowe
Daytona

FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2012

8:45 - 10:15 AM
Innovation in Service Delivery Using Technology
Panelists: Claudia Johnson, Liz Keith, Quisquella Addison, Dennis Rios
City Terrace 9

8:45 - 10:15 AM
But There Are No Lawyers! Encouraging Pro Bono in Remote Rural Communities
Panelists: Tony Lu, Erick Cordero, Stephanie Edelstein, Donna MacRae
River Terrace 3

10:30 - 12 PM Noon
Pro Bono at Your Fingertips: Mobile and Remote-Service Pro Bono Programs
Panelists: Tony Lu, Mike Monahan
Clearwater

2:00 - 3:30 PM
Towards Uniform Forms: How Online Forms Create Support for Uniform Forms and Improve Access to Justice
Panelists: Claudia Johnson, Carolyn Robinson, Gordon Shaw
City Terrace 9

3:45 - 5:15 PM
Limited English Proficiency in Self Help Programs
Panelists: Claudia Johnson, Judge Fern Fisher, Bonnie Hough, Ana Garcia Maria, Dennis Rios
Grand Ballroom 6