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.