As the pro bono coordinating partner for Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck’s Las Vegas office, I hear all sorts of reasons why not to do pro bono. And, as 2020 has taught us, it’s not uncommon to be intimidated by the unknown. But over and over again, I’ve witnessed these concerns fall by the wayside as people have taken on extra work to serve the underserved.
Pro bono work adds a depth and breadth to your practice, connects you to your community, and gifts you with personal growth. Here are some FAQs I’ve received to help you take that first step.
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This article was originally published in the in COMMUNIQUÉ, the official publication of the Clark County Bar Association (November 2020).
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