Tag Archives: CivilJustice

Lawyers for the poor scarce in rural Georgia: More on the story

Posted on March 25, 2011 by ProBonoGA

I have updated information on where in Georgia you may have difficulty finding a lawyer for the kind of civil legal problem you may have. If you can’t afford a lawyer, and need pro bono or “low bono’ help, you … Continue reading →

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State Bar of Georgia seeks nominations for annual civil pro bono awards

Posted on February 1, 2011 by ProBonoGA

On an annual basis, the State Bar of Georgia Access to Justice Committee and the State Bar of Georgia Pro Bono Project solicit nominations for the State Bar’s Pro Bono Awards. The pro bono awards recognize outstanding lawyers and lawyer-driven … Continue reading →

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Pro Bono Net tells the story

Posted on November 17, 2010 by ProBonoGA

You may know a little about GeorgiaAdvocates.org, our statewide volunteer lawyer and advocate support website, but we’re part of a much larger and vital pro bono community. Watch the Pro Bono Net video and find out more!

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Lawyers gather to talk about pro bono technology

Posted on November 17, 2010 by ProBonoGA

Last week, some colleagues and I were honored to meet with several outstanding lawyer-leaders who sat down with us to talk about technology and the delivery of pro bono legal services. Our civil legal aid and pro bono programs in … Continue reading →

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Take a moment to read: “Lawyers as Rescue Workers: A Pro Bono Week Reflection”

Posted on November 17, 2010 by ProBonoGA

Sharon Browning recently posted a wonderful article on her blog Just Listening about some uplifting and powerful pro bono stories. Please take a moment to read the pro bono story on her blog. Sharon is the former Executive Director of … Continue reading →

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Georgia legislature sends copy fees for court appeals into orbit

Posted on May 16, 2010 by ProBonoGA

Check out Georgia attorney Ken Shigley’s blog report on a surprising increase in the cost of justice. If you want to appeal your case, you’ll soon pay $10.00 per page to copy the record for appeal purposes. Before this provision … Continue reading →

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