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2024 National Celebration of Pro Bono

Texas

October 20-26, 2024

All Month Long

Wipe out the Waitlist

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

HVL’s annual campaign to Wipe Out the Waitlist returns this October, and we need your help! Our goal is to place every single case on our waiting list with a pro bono attorney by the end of the October. To see a complete list of waiting cases click HERE

New Associate Bootcamps

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

Last year, we launched HVL’s first-ever New Associate Bootcamp, and it was a resounding success! This program allows law firms to integrate pro bono work into their new associates’ practice from day one. The bootcamp begins with training that highlights the invaluable legal skills developed through pro bono work, along with an overview of available HVL cases. We’re here to collaborate with your teams to ensure you have the right information and case opportunities tailored to your needs. We kindly ask that each firm participating in the bootcamp ensures all new associates take on at least one case.

Friday, October 4, 2024

Friday VA Clinic

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

Houston Volunteer Lawyers is seeking pro bono attorneys to provide legal advice and counsel to veterans on Friday afternoons.

Friday, October 11, 2024

Friday VA Clinic

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

Houston Volunteer Lawyers is seeking pro bono attorneys to provide legal advice and counsel to veterans on Friday afternoons.

Friday, October 18, 2024

Friday VA Clinic

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

Houston Volunteer Lawyers is seeking pro bono attorneys to provide legal advice and counsel to veterans on Friday afternoons.

Monday, October 21, 2024

Trauma Informed Advocacy Presented by Kelli Howard, Special Project Director – Legal Aid to Survivors of Sexual Abuse 

Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid

Virtual, TX

This presentation will focus on best practices when representing a client who has experienced trauma.  Many people have experienced trauma in their lives that will impact the ways that they navigate the legal system.  Past trauma can affect communication, trust, focus, and many other aspects of a client's ability to move forward in their case. This is true even when the trauma is not directly linked to the legal matter at hand. Understanding the dynamics of trauma is critical when you represent any client and even more so when a client cannot access the justice system without you.  We will discuss how to be trauma-informed when working with our clients in all types of civil cases.  1 hour CLE credit.

Free Legal Answers Day

Entergy

Various Offices, TX

Entergy's annual Free Legal Answers day, in which attorneys will answer questions on ABA Free Legal Answers.

Veterans Legal Advice Clinic

Austin Bar Association

Austin, TX

Tuesday, October 22, 2024

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Beyond Buzzwords – What They Mean & Why They Matter To Your Practice. Presented by Gabriel Sanchez, Special Project Director -LGBTQ+ Civil Rights Project

Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid

Virtual, TX

Diversity, equity, and inclusion have gotten increased attention in recent years but often get reduced to simple buzzwords. Attorneys and legal professionals will find themselves working with diverse populations living at various intersections, as well as in communities with complex histories and dynamics. Because of this, it is important to be mindful of how to approach working with diverse communities and intentional about how we include different experiences. This CLE will examine different elements of diversity (including race, gender, ability, ethnicity, language, orientation, and class) and how they can impact our work. This CLE will also provide an overview of ways to challenge ourselves to ensure our practices are more inclusive and accessible. 

 

Wednesdy, October 23, 2024

Smith County Volunteer Attorney Celebration 

Smith County Bar Foundation 

Stanley's Famous Pit BBQ Tyler, TX

The Smith County Bar Foundation, along with the Smith County Bar Association and the Smith County Young Lawyers Association, will be celebrating volunteer attorneys, pro bono opportunities, and the people that keep our legal community functioning!

Thursday, October 24, 2024

Pro Bono Awards Celebration

Dallas Volunteer Attorney Project

Dallas, TX

The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program (DVAP), a joint program of the Dallas Bar Association and Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas, hosts the annual Pro Bono Awards Celebration, which honors judges, attorneys, court reporters and legal staff who provide free legal services to indigent residents of Dallas County.

Friday October 25, 2024

Handling Heirships and Serving as Ad Litem 

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

Houston Volunteer Lawyers invites you to join our upcoming CLE on handling heirship matters and serving as an ad litem. In this training, you’ll learn how to conduct due diligence in verifying the alleged heirs—combining legal skills with investigative work. Serving as a pro bono ad litem in Probate Court is a meaningful way to give back without the commitment of full representation. If you’re interested in making an impact in these important cases, sign up for this CLE to learn more and get involved!

Friday VA Clinic

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

Houston Volunteer Lawyers is seeking pro bono attorneys to provide legal advice and counsel to veterans on Friday afternoons.

Saturday, October 26, 2024

Naturalization Clinic

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

Houston, TX

HVL is seeking pro bono attorneys and interpreters to volunteer at the October 26 Naturalization Clinic.

Pro Bono Fall Festival 

Austin Bar Association

Austin, TX

Join us for an afternoon of  fun and community spirit at the Austin Bar Association’s Pro Bono Fall Festival!

November 11, 2024

Harvest Celebration 

Houston Volunteer Lawyers

River Oaks Country Club, Houston, TX

The 75th Annual Harvest Celebration will take place on November 11. Early bird tickets can be purchased here.100% of net proceeds from the Houston legal community’s premier fundraising and networking event benefit HVL.