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Pro Bono Resource Center

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Chief Justice Abrahamson’s pro bono message

Whether you are an experienced volunteer lawyer or just getting started, we assembled these resources to help you find a way to make a difference.  Click on each heading below to see more information in that area.

NOTE:  The resources below are for use only by attorneys.  If you are looking for legal assistance, please click here to find an attorney.


Benefits

  • Professional liability insurance - The State Bar pays the premium for coverage of volunteers in State Bar pro bono programs and projects we sponsor.  Details of the coverage are available upon request.  Request co-sponsorship
  • Expense reimbursement - the State Bar maintains a limited fund for our members to help defray the burden of out of pocket costs incurred on pro bono cases. 
  • Training - view the online pro bono events calendar here.
  • Grants - the Legal Assistance Committee grants funds through the Pro Bono Initiative for new or expanded projects.
  • Advisors on call - knowledgeable lawyers guide volunteers through unfamiliar legal issues.
  • LexisNexis - free legal research time donated by LexisNexis for pro bono work. ApplicationPDF.
  • Pro bono awards - given by the Legal Assistance Committee each year.
  • State Bar pro bono e-list - facilitates networking among Wisconsin lawyers interested in pro bono legal services. To join, log in to myStateBar and click on "View all e-lists" or contact pro bono coordinator Jeff Brown.

Highlights

  • Meet and network with lawyers who share your professional background - State Bar sections. More
  • Get confidential support for coping with the stress of practicing law. More
  • Fee Arbitration program  - helping lawyers and clients resolve fee disputes. More

Volunteer Opportunities