It includes, among others, service to the indigent, efforts to protect important rights and liberties, and projects to improve the legal profession or the public's understanding of the law. Volunteering through the Pro Bono Initiative will introduce you to the real practice of law and will give you hands-on experience and knowledge that will help you to become a better lawyer. As you search for employment during law school, actual legal experience will set you apart from other applicants. Volunteering introduces you to practitioners in your areas of interest who can provide references, advice and career guidance. Your volunteer efforts may prevent a client from being wrongfully evicted or help a disabled client secure benefits.
Many attorneys cite pro bono cases as their most fulfilling work.
Students may discover a passion for a field they had not previously considered.