October is here, and that means it’s time to celebrate Pro Bono Month! This month is a powerful reminder of our dedication to justice and our shared responsibility to give back to our community. Join us in making an impact—here are some exciting ways you can celebrate Pro Bono Month with Houston Volunteer Lawyers!
Wipe Out the Waitlist: October 1 – 31
HVL’s annual campaign to Wipe Out the Waitlist returns this October, and we need your help! Our goal is to place every single case on our waiting list with a pro bono attorney by the end of the October. To see a complete list of waiting cases click HERE or email Brittany.Krohn@hvlp.org to find appropriate cases for your firm.
New Associate Bootcamps (ongoing)
Last year, we launched HVL’s first-ever New Associate Bootcamp, and it was a resounding success! This program allows law firms to integrate pro bono work into their new associates’ practice from day one. The bootcamp begins with training that highlights the invaluable legal skills developed through pro bono work, along with an overview of available HVL cases. We’re here to collaborate with your teams to ensure you have the right information and case opportunities tailored to your needs. We kindly ask that each firm participating in the bootcamp ensures all new associates take on at least one case. If your firm is interested, please email Brittany.Krohn@hvlp.org
CLE: Handling Heirships and Serving as Ad Litem – October 25
Houston Volunteer Lawyers invites you to join our upcoming CLE on handling heirship matters and serving as an ad litem. In this training, you’ll learn how to conduct due diligence in verifying the alleged heirs—combining legal skills with investigative work. Serving as a pro bono ad litem in Probate Court is a meaningful way to give back without the commitment of full representation. If you’re interested in making an impact in these important cases, sign up for this CLE to learn more and get involved!
Includes .5 hour of ethics
Register today.
Naturalization Clinic – October 26
HVL is seeking pro bono attorneys and interpreters to volunteer at the October 26 Naturalization Clinic.
Time: 8 am – 2 pm
Location: Community Family Centers 7318 Avenue F Houston, Texas 77011
Learn more HERE.
Legal Advice Clinics (ongoing)
Pro bono attorneys needed to provide legal advice at LegalLine and Veterans Clinics during the month of October. Click the clinic name to see available dates.
Pro Bono Month Social Media Campaign
During October, HVL will be highlighting pro bono volunteers, client success stories, and law firm and corporate volunteers across all of our social media platforms. Download the Pro Bono Month Social Media Toolkit for sample content that can be tailored to your firm or corporation.
2024 Harvest Celebration
The 75th Annual Harvest Celebration will take place on November 11. Early bird tickets can be purchased here.
100% of net proceeds from the Houston legal community’s premier fundraising and networking event benefit HVL.
Click HERE for more information.
