Pro Bono Opportunities and Information for Lawyers
Information about pro bono opportunities available to Illinois lawyers through various legal service providers and stories about other lawyer's pro bono experiences. Find out more in our pro bono page
Mock Trial
Volunteer for the 2023 Mock Trial Invitational - Judges, lawyers, paralegals, law students and other legal professionals are needed to act as presiding judges, jurors/evaluators and bailiffs for each trial. You do not have to be a litigator to volunteer! Deadline to sign up is March 8, 2022.
Speaking Opportunities
Quick Takes for Your Practice Videos
Want to help ISBA provide lawyers with “just-in-time” practice-related information? Record a short 3 – 5 minute video on your legal topic for ISBA’s YouTube channel! Find out more about Quick Takes for Your Practice Videos.
Ask a Lawyer Videos
Ask a Lawyer videos are on our consumer site and offer short, easy to digest answers around a single question. Make your Ask a Lawyer Video Proposal.
Speakers Bureau
An invitation to talk about the Law! An invitation to hear about the Law!
Find out more about how you can get involved
Lawyers in Classrooms
You are invited to go back to school and speak to students on law-related topics.
Find out more about how you can make a difference
Other Civics Education Volunteer Opportunities
Find out more about the opportunities for lawyers and judges to educate the public about civics.
Volunteers Needed to Assist Military Lawyers
The Illinois State Bar Association, through its Committee on Military Affairs, seeks lawyers willing to volunteer as back-up to the JAG officers.
Find out more about how you can help
Juvenile Justice Reform
Is there a crisis in the Illinois juvenile justice system? ISBA Past President Mark Hassakis (2010-11) is a passionate advocate for at-risk youth. Read about ISBA's Role in Juvenile Justice Reform.