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University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
University of Memphis
Law School Pro Bono Programs
Contact Information
Career Services Office
[email protected]
(901) 678-3217
Category Type
Pro Bono Graduation Requirement Program
Description of Programs
Students are required to competed 40 hours of pro bono for graduation.
Location of Programs
The Pro Bono Program is implemented by the Career Services Office at the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law
Staffing/Management/Oversight
Pro bono is not a dedicated staff position.
Funding
Law school funded.
Faculty and Administrative Pro Bono
Faculty and administrators engage in a variety of pro bono service activities including the following: Board of Directors of the Community Legal Center; Memphis Areal Legal Services Campaign Cabinet; Tennessee Bar Association Access to Justice Committee; Tennessee Bar Association Ethics Committee; Tennessee Bar Association Family Law Code Revision Commission; Leo Bearman, Jr. American Inn of Court; American Law Institute; Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts Dependency Court Improvement Program; Memphis Bar Association Diversity Committee; Memphis Bar Association Access to Justice Committee; and other committees to improve the administration of justice.
Awards/Recognition
Pro Bono Awards given at graduation: 60-99 hours BRONZE; 100-199 hours SILVER; 200-299 hours GOLD; 300+ pro bono hours PLATINUM
Alternative Winter or Spring Break Projects
Memphis Law's Alternative Spring Break program, coordinated and run by PALS (student-run Public Action Law Society), seeks to help low income individuals who need legal representation, while simultaneously providing law students the opportunity to gain experience in the legal field. The University of Memphis program is the only student-led Alternative Spring Break in the country to recruit nationally, taking applicants from any American Bar Association-accredited law school. Supervised by practicing attorneys and leaders in the Memphis community, law students participate in a variety of specialized tracks throughout the week, with a special keynote address to conclude the weeks activities.
Law School Public Interest Programs
Contact Information
Certificate/Curriculum Programs
The Law School has several different public interest opportunities, such as our clinics and externships, for students to receive academic credit.
Public Interest Centers
None listed
PI Career Support Center
The Public Interest Counselor in the Career Services Office provides guidance to students on careers in public interest, along with publishing resources and job opportunities in the public interest field.
Loan Repayment Assistance Programs (LRAP)
None listed
Fellowships
12/3/2024