Perspectives from the Superior Court Bench: Ramp Up Your Skills with Pro Bono – It’s Not Just for Litigators!
It’s true — pro bono work in D.C. Superior Court primarily involves litigation. Yet every lawyer, no matter their type of practice or area of expertise, will benefit from the experience of handling matters in Superior Court.
Join this interactive discussion with Superior Court judges about how you can use pro bono work in D.C. Superior Court to positively impact your professional development and career trajectory. The judges will share their perspectives on the transferable skills-building opportunities that pro bono trial work offers whether your routine practice involves litigation, transactional work, or administrative law.
You’ll also learn about ways you can help expand access to justice in the D.C. Courts without necessarily taking on a case for representation.
This discussion will be moderated by Judge Carmen G. McLean.
Our panelists include:
- Judge Laura E. Crane
- Judge Deborah J. Israel
- Judge Carl Ezekiel (“Zeke”) Ross
- Judge Steven Wellner
Register for the final session now!
Session 3:
Litigating Against Self-Represented Parties: What Judges Want You to Know
April 1, 2025; 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm ET
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