RALEIGH, N.C. – Campbell Law School will participate in the National Pro Bono Celebration, Oct. 19-25. Throughout the week, the Campbell Law Pro Bono Council will host four events designed to highlight and promote pro bono services.
“Service is an integral part of the mission of Campbell Law School,” said Campbell Law Director of Student Life & Pro Bono Opportunities Beth Froehling. “Our school enjoys a rich and robust schedule of pro bono opportunities, led by a very active student pro bono council. The National Pro Bono Celebration gives us an opportunity to highlight their work and encourage more students and members of the profession to join us in our efforts of serving our neighbors in need.”
Campbell Law’s Pro Bono Council will host four events as a part of the celebration throughout the week, including:
* Pro Bono Fair – Monday, Oct. 20, 11 a.m. – Pope Foyer
Speak with students and community partners about the pro bono opportunities available at Campbell Law
* Making Pro Bono Work in Private Practice – Tuesday, Oct. 21, noon – Room 105
Guest Speakers Chris Graebe, Peter Romary, and Mark Sigmon will speak on how to incorporate pro bono activities into your professional life
* Pro Bono Council Office Open House – Wednesday, Oct. 22, 7 a.m.-5 p.m. – Room 303D
Learn more about Campbell Law’s Pro Bono Council and their nine service opportunities
* Screening of I Am Sam – Thursday, Oct. 23, 5:30 p.m. – Room 105
View the 2001 film featuring Sean Penn and Michelle Pfeiffer centered on an attorney and her pro bono work, and take part in a Q&A with local lawyers involved in pro bono cases
The National Pro Bono Celebration is annually orchestrated by the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service. Visit www.celebrateprobono.org for more information.
The Campbell Law Pro Bono Council was established by a pair of students in 2009 and became a formalized student organization in 2010. Now 10 students strong, the Council works to create a lifelong commitment to pro bono work and volunteerism among students by taking an active role in the community, developing alliances with local organizations and assisting lawyers who provide high-quality, low-cost legal services to our neighbors in need.
“This year the Campbell Law Pro Bono Council has expanded its portfolio from four to nine projects, increasing the pro bono opportunities that we offer,” said Campbell Law Pro Bono Council President and third-year student Manisha Devasthali. “This has allowed our students to expand their practical skills and network with community partners while benefiting underserved groups in North Carolina.”
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