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Follow on Google News | In Recognition of National Volunteer Week, Pro Bono Net Salutes Volunteer LawyersBy: Pro Bono Net, Inc. As the number of people living in poverty has risen, so has the need for legal services that allow Americans to fully participate in society without falling prey to the loss of their housing, income or even their children. Yet studies have shown that only 20% of the civil legal needs of the poor are being met. Pro bono attorneys are often the only source of hope for those who can't afford to hire a lawyer. Pro Bono Net is a leader in innovative programs that increase access to justice. We currently have more than 90,000 members who are committed to public service. National Volunteer Week 2015 provides an opportunity to recognize them for their efforts. Pro Bono Net's online platform, at www.probono.net, makes it easy for attorneys to get involved in pro bono work, saving them time and connecting them with opportunities and substantive practice resources such as training videos, practice manuals and sample documents. Volunteer lawyers can connect to opportunities through the National Pro Bono Opportunities Guide (http://www.probono.net/ Pro Bono Net also developed and maintains LawHelp.org (http://www.lawhelp.org/) Sponsored by Points of Light (http://www.pointsoflight.org/ Legal professionals wishing to get involved can join Pro Bono Net by signing up at www.probono.net. Attorneys can also search for volunteer opportunities at www.probono.net/ About Pro Bono Net Pro Bono Net is a national non-profit organization dedicated to increasing access to justice for the disadvantaged. Through innovative technology solutions and expertise in building and mobilizing justice networks, Pro Bono Net transforms the way legal help reaches the underserved. Comprehensive programs including www.probono.net, www.lawhelp.org and www.lawhelpinteractive.org, enable legal advocates to make a stronger impact, increase volunteer participation, and empower the public with resources and self-help tools to improve their lives. End
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