As part of the American Bar Association's National Celebration of Pro Bono, The Pro Bono Project participated in LSU Law Career Services Office's PILS/Public Interest Week Employer Meet & Greet at the LSU Law Library Erin Lorio, Managing Attorney for the Northshore, got to share our mission and connect with so many incredible students!
Read MoreCelebrating Our Volunteers
Every year, The Pro Bono Project honors lawyers, law firms, students, businesses, and members of the judiciary who have provided, improved, and excelled in supporting our delivery of legal services. These services are of critical importance to the increasing number of people in our area. We host our annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon to show our deep appreciation for those who support our mission to improve access to justice in our community.
Read MorePBP on the Northshore - Veterans Appreciation Exp
On Saturday, The Pro Bono Project was excited to participate in the Veteran's Appreciation Expo hosted by St. Tammany Parish. Our Managing Attorney for the Northshore, Erin Lorio, met with community partners and attendees. We provided information about our mission to provide quality civil legal aid. To learn more about our services, go to: www.probono-no.org
Special thanks to the Louisiana Bar Foundation for their support of our work on the Northshore!
Read MoreVolunteer Appreciation Awards
Every year, The Pro Bono Project honors lawyers, law firms, students, businesses, and members of the judiciary who have provided, improved, and excelled in supporting our delivery of legal services. These services are of critical importance to the increasing number of people in our area. We host our annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon to show our deep appreciation for those who support our mission to improve access to justice in our community.
Read MoreSecond Chance Auction is Open
Did you miss our Justice For All Ball's Silent Auction? There's still time to bid on fabulous items including once-in-a-lifetime trips! Check out our Second Chance Auction at https://conta.cc/46pQZWK.
Read MoreJustice For All Ball Silent Auction
Check Out The Justice For All Ball Silent Auction
For thirty-five years the Justice For All Ball has been the premier social event in the legal community, drawing hundreds of lawyers, judges, and private citizens together for an evening of fine food, spirits, and live music. The Justice For All Ball is The Pro Bono Project’s major fundraiser and provides the much needed funds to allow us to fulfill our mission.
A silent auction will feature donations from businesses throughout the area including Lindsey Jenneman's striking "Lady Justice," an original Salvador Dali hand-colored drawing, and diamond hoop earrings. Other items include items ranging from restaurant and travel gift certificates to unique adventures and merchandise from local stores.
Read MoreThe 35th Annual Justice For All Ball - That's A Wrap!
The 35th Annual Justice For All Ball was an amazing night - all in celebration of our legal community's commitment to pro bono and equal access to justice. Held at the historic Orpheum Theater on Friday, September 22nd, JFAB welcomed lawyers and judges throughout our community. From the table décor and hand painted wine glasses to the music and food, the reviews are in. Everyone had a blast!
Attendees loved the Orpheum, danced the night away, and dined on delicious cuisine. The Patron Party was sold out and was standing room only! Guests were reluctant to leave and lingered to the very last call!
On behalf of The Pro Bono Project – our staff and board of directors – we thank all of our supporters. It takes 9 months of planning to make this event a success and we couldn’t do it without their time, talent, and resources. This event is approximately 30% of our annual revenue. A successful JFAB translates to our mission fulfilled – members of the community accessing equal justice.
Meet This Year's Justice For All Ball Emcee - Sula Kim
We are thrilled to have WDSU's own Sula Kim as this year's Justice For All Ball Emcee. Sula is an Emmy award winning TV anchor/reporter in New Orleans. She anchors the 4, 6 & 10pm news weekdays. Most recently, Sula and her team were honored with the 'Best newscast' award by the Louisiana Association of Broadcasters for their coverage of the Seacor Power lift boat accident. The team has also been recognized for their wall-to-wall of Hurricane Ida in 2021 and the Arabi tornado in March of 2022.
Read MoreChildren's Law: Volunteer Trainings
The Pro Bono Project offers many opportunities for volunteers to assist in matters affecting children. There are several trainings offered by our legal aid and education partners at the Pelican Center, including:
Child in Need of Care Trial Skills Building for Louisiana Attorneys on September 11, 2023
Pelican Center for Children and Families
This training was developed in partnership with the American Bar Association Center for Children and the Law and is specifically focused on Louisiana child welfare laws.
Join us for a full day of training, practical role application and networking. We begin sharply at 9am, so plan to arrive early to check in.
There are additional opportunities out there. Contact us if you are interested!
Lindsey Jenneman Paints Lady Justice
This year's stunning "Lady Justice" is painted by Lindsey Jenneman.
Each year, The Pro Bono Project commissions an artist to offer his or her creative and original portrayal of Lady Justice. Each year, an artist donates their time and talent to advance our mission. The artwork is featured on the invitation for The Project’s Annual Justice For All Ball and is auctioned off at the gala. Previous artists commissioned include Sharika Mahdi, Gustave Blache III, Amy Centola, Garland Robinette, Christy Boutte, and Terrance Osborne.
Lindsey is an artist hailing from the city of Mandeville, Louisiana. After a series of life changes, including relocating to North Carolina, and starting a family while her husband pursued his career in oncology; Lindsey found herself yearning for the unique spirit of her Louisiana roots. It was during this time that she fully embraced her passion for art and transitioned into a full-time artist.
Read MoreRuss Herman To Serve As Honorary Chair of the 35th Annual Justice For All Ball
Russ Herman To Serve As Honorary Chair Of The Justice For All Ball
The Pro Bono Project is thrilled to host the 35th Annual Justice For All Ball which will be held on Friday, September 22nd at the Orpheum Theater.
We welcome Russ Herman as our honorary chair. Mr. Herman is nationally recognized as one of the top litigators in the country. Mr. Herman, whose firm Herman, Herman & Katz has been an outstanding and consistent supporter of The Pro Bono Project, takes great pride in giving back to the community. According to Mr. Herman, “philanthropy is basically a love of city and culture. It is a selfish act because it brings the giver great joy.”
For thirty-five years the Justice For All Ball has been the premier social event in the legal community, drawing hundreds of lawyers, judges, and private citizens together for an evening of fine food, spirits, and live music. The Justice For All Ball is The Pro Bono Project’s major fundraiser and provides the much needed funds to allow The Pro Bono Project to fulfill its mission. Local band JT Kanection will entertain audiences with New Orleans favorites. A silent auction will feature donations from businesses throughout the area and include items ranging from restaurant and travel gift certificates to unique adventures and merchandise from local stores.
For information or to purchase tickets…
The Pro Bono Project's New Accessible Website
The Pro Bono Project is proud to prioritize inclusion and have a website that is accessible to all. Look for the blue circle to access our website's vision, auditory, and learning filters. Our accessibility interface is made possible by the generous support of the Louisiana Bar Foundation.
Read MoreThe Pro Bono Project's 2023 Board of Directors
The Pro Bono Project is thrilled to announce its 2023 Board of Directors.
Read MoreStories of Hope: Grandmother and Grandson Celebrate the Holidays Together
Our client is a resident of Orleans Parish who came to us seeking custody of her young grandson. Her grandson has disabilities that make it difficult for him to communicate, walk, and eat; he takes special education classes and has many medical needs. The little boy’s mother passed away earlier this year, leaving our client, who is a single woman in her sixties, his closest living relative.
Volunteer Alex Domingue took on this case as his first ever pro bono assignment, just days after passing the bar. He first met with the client in October and has already successfully represented her at her custody hearing. The court granted the client full custody of her grandson, which will help the family in a wide variety of ways. The client can now add her grandson to her Section 8 voucher, secure much needed medical services for him, replace his lost Social Security card and act as the representative payee for his benefits, and advocate for Special Education services for him at his school.
Congratulations to our client and to our new volunteer, Alex!
Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon & Awards
Every year, The Pro Bono Project honors lawyers, law firms, students, businesses, and members of the judiciary who have provided, improved, and excelled in supporting our delivery of legal services. These services are of critical importance to the increasing number of people in our area. We host our annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon to show our deep appreciation for those who support our mission to improve access to justice in our community.
This year's ceremony was held on November 29th at 12 noon at Jones Walker. A free panel discussion and professionalism CLE preceded the lunch and awards at 11 a.m.
Executive Director C.C. Kahr Honored as 2022 Women of the Year Recipient by City Business
On November 14th, The Pro Bono Project's Executive Director C.C. Kahr was honored as one of the 2022 Women of the Year recipients presented by New Orleans CityBusiness.
Women of the Year recognizes 50 women from the area whose successes in business and contributions to the community have made them movers and shakers in the region.
C.C. is incredibly proud to be recognized and included among such an amazing cohort of women leaders.
Read More2022 Volunteer Appreciation Award Recipients Announced
Every 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 MoreThe Pro Bono Project Wants to Hear From You!
We 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 MoreABA's National Celebration of Pro Bono Week
Every 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 MoreJustice For All Ball 2022 - Back and Better Than Ever!
While 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.
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