2011 In-House Pro Bono Lessons Learned
The PBEye thinks there’s no reason to re-invent the wheel. Having worked with hundreds of legal departments on their pro bono programs since 2000, CPBO knows that while each program is unique and reflects the particular characteristics, interests, and culture of the legal department, there are a number of common issues that legal departments face in starting and growing pro bono programs. So that legal departments may learn from each other, CPBO publishes best practices profiles that highlight the experiences of various legal departments and share lessons they have learned. Below is a list of the 10 most common lessons learned. 1.) General counsel and management support is key for the creation and growth of an in-house program. 2.)