Nurturing Pro Bono

An interactive workshop for Michigan’s pro bono coordinators.




The Pro Bono Initiative of the State Bar of Michigan
presented a "hands-on" workshop for non-profit
directors, pro bono managers, coordinators, and
their staff.


 

Originally presented May 25, 2011

Our special guest, SBM Executive Director Janet Welch, welcomed and thanked participants for their day-to-day work and attendance at the workshop. Janet gave insight into the growing need for pro bono in Michigan and encouraged participants to continue to learn and share best practices in pro bono to meet the legal needs of Michigan’s poor.

Materials

1. Technology and Pro Bono Programs
   Ken Penokie, Legal Services of Northern Michigan
   Susan Reed, Michigan Poverty Law Program/Michigan Immigrant Rights Center

2. The Nuts and Bolt of a Successful Pro Bono Program
   Lynda Krupp, Legal Aid and Defender Association
   Justin Sheehan, Community Legal Resources

3. Engaging Large Firms: An Interactive Discussion
   Elizabeth Joy Fossel, Varnum LLP
   Bob Gillett, Legal Services of South Central Michigan
   Heidi Naasko, Dykema Gossett PLLC

4. Relationship Between Fundraising and Pro Bono Presentation | Supplemental
   Jennifer Bentley, Legal Services of South Central Michigan
   Linda Rexer, Michigan State Bar Foundation

5. Accessing Law School Pro Bono Resources
   Michael Bryce, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
   Michele Halloran, Michigan State University College of Law
   John Nussbaumer, Thomas M. Cooley Law School

6. Pro Bono Mentorship Programs
   Gerald Gleeson, Miller Canfield Paddock and Stone PLC
   Ashley Lowe, Thomas M. Cooley Law School/Family Law Assistance Project
   Catherine McGee, Lakeshore Legal Aid/Family Law Assistance Project

7. Celebrate Pro Bono Month to Increase and Recognize Pro Bono
   Candace Crowley, State Bar of Michigan
   Jennifer Grieco, president, Oakland County Bar Association/Neuman Anderson PC
   Linda Rexer, Michigan State Bar Foundation