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Creighton University School of Law
Creighton University
Law School Pro Bono Programs
Contact Information
Kris Victor, JD
Associate Registrar, Director, Pro Bono Program
2500 California Plaza, Room 232
Omaha, NE 68178
402-280-3085
[email protected]
Category Type
Formal Voluntary Pro Bono Program Characterized by a Referral System with a Coordinator and School-Sponsored Pro Bono Projects
Description of Programs
The Creighton Poverty Law Pro Bono Program recognizes voluntary law student pro bono and community service provided primarily to persons of limited means or other vulnerable and underserved populations. All graduates who voluntarily complete a minimum of fifty (50) hours of service over the course of their legal education are recognized for Pro Bono Service Distinction by the Law School, the Nebraska Supreme Court Access to Justice Commission and the Nebraska State Bar Association.
Location of Programs
Creighton Poverty Law Program, 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE 68178
Staffing/Management/Oversight
Kris Victor, JD
Associate Registrar, Director, Pro Bono Program
2500 California Plaza, Room 232
Omaha, NE 68178
402-280-3085
[email protected]
Funding
The Creighton Poverty Law Program is made possible by a gift from the Heaney Family Fund.
Faculty and Administrative Pro Bono
There is no formal faculty pro bono policy. Faculty and administrators serve as advisors to student organizations and regularly participate in the Law School’s annual Service Day.
Awards/Recognition
The Law School sponsors an annual Pro Bono Awards Luncheon during the spring semester to celebrate the outstanding achievements of law students and community partners engaged in pro bono service over the academic year. Students who complete a minimum fifty (50) service hours receive graduation recognition, including a notation in the graduation program, a pro bono honor cord, a transcript notation for “Pro Bono Service Distinction” and certificates of achievement from the Nebraska Supreme Court Access to Justice Commission and Nebraska State Bar Association.
Alternative Winter or Spring Break Projects
None
Law School Public Interest Programs
Contact Information
Kris Victor, JD
Associate Registrar, Director, Pro Bono Program
2500 California Plaza, Room 232
Omaha, NE 68178
402-280-3085
[email protected]
Certificate/Curriculum Programs
Public Interest Centers
PI Career Support Center
Mandy L. Whiddon, J.D.
Assistant Dean of Career Development
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
402-280-3096
[email protected]
Loan Repayment Assistance Programs (LRAP)
Fellowships
06/24/2024