We are thrilled to participate in the American Bar Association's Celebration of Pro Bono. This year we focus on "Making Justice a Reality in Our Communities."
Lawyers and law firms across the country are participating in volunteer events as part of the National Celebration of Pro Bono, which runs Oct. 20-26, 2024.
Read MoreWe are delighted to have the opportunity to help our clients, and that would not be possible without your generous support.
Read MoreSave the Date! The Pro Bono Project's 36th Annual Justice For All Ball!
Join members of the legal community in celebration of access to justice on Friday, September 20th at The Orpheum Theater. Details to come...www.probono-no.org
Read MoreEvery year, The Pro Bono Project honors lawyers, law firms, students, businesses, and members of the judiciary who have provided, improved, and excelled in the delivery of legal services.
These services are of critical importance to the increasing number of people in our area. We host our annual Volunteer Appreciations Event to show our deep appreciation for those who support our mission to improve access to justice in our community.
This year's ceremony will be held on November 29th at 12 noon at Jones Walker. A free panel discussion and CLE will precede the lunch and awards at 11 a.m. Details to come! Contact C.C. Kahr for information or to rsvp.
We wish to thank all our volunteers for their time, talent, and resources.
Read MoreWe want your feedback! In recognition of the ABA's National Celebration of Pro Bono, The Pro Bono Project encourages you to complete this short survey of your pro bono activities and any recommendations you have for organizations like ours to improve your volunteer experience.
Special thanks to the Louisiana Bar Foundation and Southeast Louisiana Legal Services for their support of our mission.
Read MoreEvery year in October the American Bar Association joins legal organizations from around the country in hosting the National Celebration of Pro Bono. Beginning on Sunday, October 23rd, legal aid providers and non-profit organizations like The Pro Bono Project honor their volunteers and supporters. This year The Pro Bono Project is hosting a number of events to draw attention to civil legal aid and the important work volunteer lawyers, law students, paralegals, and others do to support access to justice for under-served and under-represented members of our community.
Read MoreWhile the 2022 Justice For All Ball (JFAB) is just a memory – you can still have some fun. Check out our gallery of photographs by Red M Gallery. These photos capture the great food, music, and silent auction items featured.
We are grateful to those who supported this event including our honorary chair, Boysie Bollinger, and committee co-chairs, Lacey Rochester and Scott Sternberg. For over a year, our Justice For All Ball Committee worked tirelessly on all the details. Emcee Mark Romig kept attendees engaged and the Merry Antoinettes hit the dance floor.
Read MoreBuilding a stronger culture of pro bono across the state of Louisiana sets the stage for 2022 as a year of collaboration, community, and access to justice. The Pro Bono Project is thrilled to join the Louisiana State Bar Association, the Access to Justice Commission, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Louisiana in the “20 in 2022” campaign. Our goal is to enlist lawyers to devote 20 pro bono hours a year. With the support of the local bar and judiciary, we are recruiting both young and seasoned practitioners to support access to justice for those Louisianans needing basic legal help.
Read MoreThe National Celebration of Pro Bono starts on October 24th! Throughout the country, legal aid organizations celebrate the lawyers and law students who donate their time to provide legal services to those who cannot afford a lawyer. 💙❤️
Check out the many ways you can volunteer with The Pro Bono Project. http://probono-no.org/volunteer-opportunities
Read MoreEach day presents new challenges for all of us, but The Pro Bono Project's staff and volunteers are ready to address our community's legal needs. For over thirty-five years, the heart and soul of The Project has been the unwavering commitment of the legal community. Together we ensure access to justice for all during these challenging times.
This was demonstrated beautifully during this year’s Give NOLA Day. Our volunteers and supported stood up for those vulnerable in our community and who are in need of civil legal assistance. “At a time when there is so much need, the residents of Greater New Orleans have once again risen to the occasion and show their extraordinary generosity,” Greater New Orleans Foundation President & CEO Andy Kopplin said.
In addition to a $500 lagniappe prize, The Pro Bono Project raised $13,370 from 93 donors. This is the second highest total The Project has earned since Give NOLA Day began in 2014.
Read MoreWe are thrilled that our 33rd Annual Justice For All Ball will be held on September 17, 2021 at Mardi Gras World's Grand Oaks Mansion. After cancelling last year’s event due to the pandemic, the 2021 Justice For All Ball promises to be a celebration of our community’s resilience. We are honored to have Boysie Bollinger serve as our Honorary Chair this year. We look forward to a gala evening of fine food, spirits, and music.
Read MoreThe ongoing pandemic has created unique legal challenges in our community. Consider donating your time and legal knowledge by volunteering with The Pro Bono Project.
Read MoreIt's a New Year and The Pro Bono Project welcomes its 2021 Board of Directors. We are grateful for the service of our directors and officers. They, along with our dedicated staff, are ready to fulfill our mission to provide free civil legal aid to under-served members of the community. The need is great and we will rise to meet these challenges. Join us.
Read MoreOn behalf of the staff and board of directors, thank you for your generous support of The Pro Bono Project this year. 2020 posed many challenges - both personally and professionally - for so many of us. Despite the many difficulties of this past year, hundreds of lawyers, law students, and volunteers donated thousands of hours in 2020 to help seniors, children, and families resolve legal issues that if left unaddressed would have threatened their safety and well-being. 2021 promises to be another year that will require the time, talent, and resources of our supporters and we are grateful to have you as an ally in our pursuit of civil legal justice
Your donation of time and money makes the difference in the lives of our clients. Read about our clients as they navigate the justice system and with our help resolve their legal issues.
Read MoreThis year has brought many personal, professional, and financial challenges to both our supporters and clients. During this time of tremendous need due to the pandemic, a special note of appreciation to our top volunteers.
Read MoreA financial donation is not the only way to give this Giving Tuesday. Consider donating your time and legal knowledge by volunteering with The Pro Bono Project. Register as a volunteer using our online registration portal and contact Director of Legal Services Jesse S. George at 504-581-4043 x 211 to find out more about volunteering.
Read MoreThe National Celebration of Pro Bono is held the last week of October each year. This year we are joining the American Bar Association in their virtual celebrations of pro bono volunteers.
Read MoreEvery year, The Pro Bono Project honors lawyers, law firms, students, businesses, and members of the judiciary who have provided, improved, and excelled in the delivery of volunteer legal services. These services are of critical importance to the increasing number of people in our area. We host our annual Volunteer Appreciations Event to show our deep appreciation for those who support our mission to improve access to justice in our community. Due to the ongoing pandemic, we will host our Volunteer Appreciation Event virtually during the 2020 National Celebration of Pro Bono (October 25-31).
We wish to thank all our volunteers for all the hard work the put into helping the community, especially in such a chaotic year. We could not help all the community members that we do without their support, time, and effort. www.probono-no.org
Read MoreAlthough we will not hold our Annual Justice For All Ball at Mardi Gras World this year, The Pro Bono Project will host a two-week virtual celebration beginning on September 25, 2020.
“The Spirit of Justice” will highlight the role of our volunteers, staff, and clients. It will feature a silent auction with domestic and foreign trips, food and cocktail recipes of your Justice For All Ball favorites, and much more.
In this period of tremendous need, The Pro Bono Project asks that you consider donating your time, talent, or resources. From spreading the word and promoting our services to volunteering or pledging your support, join us in our efforts to ensure equal access to justice.
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