Learn about the history and mission of the charitable organization from this interesting article written by Bailey Bortolin.
Communique (Dec. 2023) Published Online
This month’s issue of Communiqué (Dec. 2023) features select content related to pro bono and the promotion of access to justice in Nevada.
Pro Bono Needs in a Changing Community
Learn how Nevada lawyers can help the Pro Bono Project with Michael Wendlberger of Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada
Why Membership Matters to Me or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the CCBA
“Our unique legal culture is honored and cherished by the CCBA through the support this organization gives to our members and the community at large.” Learn more in this article written by Nevada lawyer James T. Leavitt
Spring into Pro Bono
“We are all waiting for the perfect time. That perfect time is now, spring.” Learn more from Michael Wendlberger in the Pro Bono Corner in this month’s issue of bar journal Communiqué (May 2023).
Tips for Enforcing State Constitutional Claims In Light of the Supreme Court of Nevada’s Landmark Decision, Mack v. Williams
“Can a person sue the state (and its agents) for violations of their rights under the Nevada Constitution?” Read more in the CCBA’s Pro Bono Corner” published in the COMMUNIQUÉ (Feb. 2023)
Five Reasons to Take a Pro Bono Case Today
“When you take a pro bono case, you reduce the access to justice gap in our community and provide a voice to the voiceless.” Read more from Michael Wendlberger in this installment of the column “Pro Bono Corner” published in the Five Things issue of the bar journal Communiqué (Jan. 2023).
Pro Bono Is Good for Your Health
“One of the most rewarding things a lawyer can do for herself is give the gift of pro bono to a client who could not otherwise afford legal representation.” Read more from Doreen Spears Hartwell in this installment of “Pro Bono Corner”.
The Pro Bono Experience
Read this installment of the “Pro Bono Corner” written by Widad Sairafe a Community Justice Fellow from the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.
Kids and Kids and Conflicts of Interests
Occasionally, children in a family have different goals, resulting in a conflict of interest. These kids need a hero. Learn more from this installment of “Pro Bono Corner” written by Marcus Brouwers from the Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada.