MiLawyer Podcast: Why pro bono matters with Ashley Lowe

Hiring an attorney can be expensive, and that can make legal representation out of reach for those who are living paycheck to paycheck. 

In the July episode of MiLawyer Podcast, Lakeshore Legal Aid CEO Ashley Lowe discusses how important pro bono work in the legal field is and how attorneys who offer pro bono services can make all the difference to someone who is seeking justice.  

Lakeshore Legal Aid is a not-for-profit law firm that provides free civil legal services to low-income individuals and seniors in Macomb, Oakland, St. Clair, and Wayne counties. 

Also hear how she and others deal with the stress that comes along with handling difficult pro bono cases.  

The State Bar of Michigan produces MiLawyer Podcast as a tool to help Michigan attorneys improve their practice and protect their well-being. Hosted by Molly Ranns, the director of SBM’s Lawyer & Judges Assistance Program, and Savanna Polimeni, SBM’s practice management counsel, you can listen and subscribe to MiLawyer Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.  

You can also always find current and past episodes at michbar.org/Podcast.

Posted July 16, 2026