Public Interest & Pro Bono Programs
The Public Interest and Pro Bono program underscores Duke Law School's commitment to provide students with experiential learning opportunities that not only contribute to their professional development, but also stress the value of service. Students provide law-related services in a broad array of areas including criminal law, environmental law, and civil rights, and work with Legal Aid, non-profit advocacy groups, government, and private attorneys in their pro bono work.
Whether students opt to take on significant commitments with student pro bono groups such as the Guardian ad Litem program or the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, the Public Interest and Pro Bono program gives them a chance to engage intellectually and reflect on the value of service.
News & Announcements
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Hooding 2012
Justice John Paul Stevens tells 2012 graduates to include unpaid legal work in their careers and to always preserve their integrity. -
Graduation Gala: Members of the Class of 2012 honor peers, present class gift
Caitlin Swain-McSurley, Maryann Flanigan, James Gillenwater, Bethany Lilly, Chris Ford, and Ryham Ragab honored with Justin Miller Awards. -
Elhassani '99 happy with move from private to public sector
Layth Elhassani left a lucrative telecom practice to work on Capitol Hill. » Blog of Legal Times -
Bartlett, Bradley, and McAllaster discuss impact of N.C. Amendment One
Professors Katharine Bartlett, Kathryn Webb Bradley, and Carolyn McAllaster say proposed constitutional amendment is overly broad and vague. » Watch video -
Students honored for service
Graduating JD and LLM students cited for extraordinary dedication to community and pro bono service.
See the news archives for a complete listing of past news and announcements.
