Pro Bono Representation 2017 - Ethics - On Demand

Ethical Issues in California Pro Bono Representation 2017

Sponsored by the Practising Law Institute

While the ethical obligations of Pro Bono legal practice are no different than a commercial law practice, there are practical considerations regarding eligibility of clients, challenging clients, challenging pro bono attorneys, conflicts similar in theory, different in practice settings), expectations on both sides, case management responsibility, and different delivery models, such as limited scope representation, that cause many professionals to hesitate offering pro bono legal services. 

This program is designed to answer questions regarding the professional responsibility obligations of pro bono legal service, encourage attorneys to engage in this professionally rewarding aspect of law practice, and remove ambiguities that are barriers to engaging in pro bono legal services.

Speakers:

• Ethical Issues in Working With Pro Bono Clients
  Toby J. Rothschild
• How to Get Started with Pro Bono Service
  Toby J. Rothschild
• The Promise and Potential Pitfalls of Limited Scope Representation and Unbundled Legal Services
  Toby J. Rothschild
• Working Effectively with Clients who have Mental Disabilities and Challenging Behaviors
  Toby J. Rothschild

FREE!

CLE Credit: 1.00 unit Ethics

On Demand – CLE credit  Expiration Date: 11/02/19

For more information follow the link below:

https://www.pli.edu/Content/OnDemand/Ethical_Issues_in_Working_with_Pro_Bono_Clients/_/N-4nZ1z0zwpt?ID=332292