The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

The Australian Pro Bono Manual is an indispensable source of sound advice and relevant information on pro bono best practice. Pro bono legal work is considered a professional responsibility and benefits the lawyers, firms and clients involved. There are advantages, however, in a planned and coordinated approach a structured pro bono program is key to establishing a sustainable pro bono culture in any firm.The third edition of the Manual has been completely revised and updated, and includes information tailored to mid-sized and small firms. For large firms looking to refine or grow their pro bono practice, the Manual remains an essential reference point. Featuresthe current models of pro bono assistancedefining 'pro bono' for the firm, setting strategic objectives and establishing criteria for pro bono workpro bono and corporate social responsibilitythe importance of leadership and promoting a strong pro bono culturethe legal assistance sector and how to source pro bono workrecord-keeping, evaluation, crediting and recognising pro bono workpro bono FAQs and best practice, and more. Related TitlesAustralian Pro Bono Centre, Pro bono partnerships and models a practical guide to what works (2016)

"Explains 10 pro bono opportunities that will broaden, deepen and strengthen your paying practice and legal career"--P. [4] of cover.

How to access the power and profitability of pro bono resources Savvy nonprofits use strategic management, marketing, technology, leadership to be competitive. With strapped budgets, many nonprofits cannot afford to pay for these resources. However, businesses are an often overlooked as an effective source of skilled professionals who can supply the needed skills. This book shares the acclaimed Taproot Foundation?s pro bono best practices and shows nonprofit managers to apply them to their own unique challenges in a low-to-no-cost way. The author offers keys to identifying opportunities for using pro bono sources, recruiting pro bono resources, and managing pro bono projects effectively. Reveals how a nonprofit can partner with a global corporations to further their mission in an effective and low-cost manner Aaron Hurst is the president and founder of the Taproot Foundation who pioneered a new field in community investment and continually breaks new ground through its signature, catalytic programs designed for the emerging global pro bono marketplace Gives nonprofit managers and staff the keys to identifying opportunities for using pro bono resources Taproot?s Aaron Hurst offers a hands-on guide to managing and engaging pro bono resources directed at nonprofit organizations.

An Associate's First Year: A Guide to Thriving at a Law Firm provides guidance on the expectations of a first year attorney, establishing yourself as a leader within the firm, receiving and responding to performance feedback, and much more.

"In 2011, the Committee launched the current effort to update the Pro Bono Standards. The Committee formed a Working Group made up of pro bono stakeholders from diverse backgrounds, and retained a consultant to coordinate the process. The Working Group reviewed each of the Pro Bono Standards (including Commentary) to identify areas in need of updating and revision and drafted suggested amendments, additions and deletions. In doing so, the group identified challenging or difficult issues that particularly bore more discussion"--Foreword.

This book offers the most up-to-date, expert information on the full spectrum of pension and benefit topics -- from an easy-to-understand explanation of ERISA and other laws regulating employee benefits plans to detailed descriptions and definitions of private retirement and welfare plans as well as public programs, such as Social Security and Medicare.