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University of San Diego School of Law
University of San Diego School of Law
Law School Pro Bono Programs
Contact Information
Becky Levine
Associate Director, Career and Professional Development
Category Type
Formal Voluntary Pro Bono Program Characterized by a Referral System with a Coordinator
Description of Programs
USD's Pro Bono Service Recognition recognizes students who complete a minimum of 100 hours of pro bono legal service while in law school with a cord to wear at commencement, a listing in the annual honors brochure, and a certificate. Many of our law student volunteer opportunities are arranged by the Office of Career and Professional Development and through our varied student organizations.
Location of Programs
Career Services
Staffing/Management/Oversight
The staff person responsible for pro bono also does public interest career advising and career services.
Funding
Law school funded.
Faculty and Administrative Pro Bono
None.
Awards/Recognition
To recognize those University of San Diego School of Law students who complete a minimum of 100 hours of pro bono legal service during their law school career. Pro Bono Service Recognition with High Distinction: To recognize those University of San Diego School of Law students who complete a minimum of 250 hours of pro bono legal service during their law school career. These students receive our gratitude and thanks for their service to the community, a listing in the annual honors brochure, a certificate denoting their achievement, a transcript notation, and the right to wear a special cord signifying this accomplishment at commencement.
Alternative Winter or Spring Break Projects
None.
Law School Public Interest Programs
Contact Information
Career Counselor
Career Services
Certificate/Curriculum Programs
Public Interest Centers
Center for Public Interest Law, Children's Advocacy Institute, Energy Policy Initiatives Center
PI Career Support Center
The University of San Diego School of Law Career Services Office offers a variety of services to support public interest student career opportunities. Internship, employment, fellowship, grant and scholarship opportunities are posted regularly on the online Student Job Listings site. Career Services staff are available to review student funding applications.
Loan Repayment Assistance Programs (LRAP)
For a description see: https://www.sandiego.edu/law/financial-aid/loan-repay-debt-management/lrap/
Fellowships
None listed.
7/17/2024