ATJ Toolkit

Recruit

ATJ Fact Sheet/Talking Points
Statistics demonstrating the increasing need for legal services to the poor in Texas

Aspirational Pro Bono Standards and Frequently Asked Questions
A State Bar of Texas resolution encouraging Texas lawyers to aspire to provide 50 hours of legal services to the poor annually

Pro Bono Survey
Details the pro bono contributions made by Bar members and the role members play in providing access to the justice system for those who cannot afford an attorney

Clinic-in-a-Box
Resources to help develop and operate a successful legal services clinic

List of Volunteer Opportunities
Find volunteer opportunities in your county

Access to Justice CLE
Host an access to justice presentation for your bar association or attorney group

"Pro Bono: The Difference Is You"
A video demonstrating the impact of volunteers

Sample Newsletter Articles
Sample newsletter articles to highlight your Bar's pro bono efforts

Retain

Volunteer Perks
Find out about perks for volunteers, including malpractice insurance and free Custom CLE

Pro Bono Mentor Program
Work with a mentor and earn up to 5 hours of MCLE credit, including one hour of ethics

Emeritus Attorney Program
Retired and inactive attorneys may be certified to practice law as a volunteer with an approved organization

Pro Bono Clients: Strategies for Success
Tips to help attorneys understand and effectively serve their pro bono clients

Reward

Free Membership in Pro Bono College
Recognizes attorneys who contribute at least 75 pro bono hours annually, benefits include  a one-year free subscription to the TexasBarCLE Online Library (a $295 value)

Tuition Scholarships
Nominate volunteers for tuition scholarships to attend TexasBarCLE courses

Pro Bono Awards
Recognition opportunities for bar associations and attorneys through the awards programs of the State Bar of Texas and the Texas Access to Justice Commission.