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University of San Diego School of Law

University of San Diego School of Law
Warren Hall
5998 Alcala Park
San Diego, CA 92110
sandiego.edu/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