Pro Bono Opportunities

Milwaukee’s Legal Community at the Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics

Foley & Lardner, Godfrey & Kahn, Centro Legal, Hinshaw & Culbertson, Husch Blackwell, Karp & Iancu, Northwestern Mutual, O’Neil Cannon, Reinhart, Quarles & Brady, Legal Action of Wisconsin, Rockwell, von Briesen, Wiemer Law Group, DeWitt LLP, Fiserv…

These are just some of the law firms and companies whose attorneys volunteer their time in the Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics. As a Marquette law student, you have the chance to work right alongside them during a two-hour pro bono shift.

Why wouldn’t you take that opportunity? In pro bono, you’ll:

  • Learn directly from practicing attorneys
  • Build professional connections and mentorships
  • Strengthen your understanding of real client issues
  • Demonstrate your commitment to access to justice
  • “Brand yourself” as a service-minded professional who gives back

It’s one of the smartest, simplest ways to grow as a future lawyer and the time commitment is minimal. Spring sign-up is open now. Our volunteer pool is strong, and we love to make great connections happen. We hope to see you this week at one of our events or in one of our clinics!

Contact: Katie Mertz

Spring Pro Bono Opportunities

The Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics are in need of additional volunteer support for these clinics this semester:

  • House of Peace: Tuesdays from 12:45 - 3 p.m. (shuttle provided)
  • United Community Center: Wednesdays from 4:45 - 7 p.m. (shuttle provided and immigration services and Spanish interpreters available)
  • Milwaukee Justice Center:Thursdays from 8:45 - 11 a.m. (walking distance from the law school)

Your presence makes the clinics possible. Without the efficiency you bring to the operation, fewer people get the legal help they need. Local lawyers, from small firms, large firms, in-house roles, and public interest firms, are waiting to work and network with you.   

If you can help, even occasionally, it would make an enormous difference. We are grateful for everything you already do, and we would be so thankful to have you with us this semester.  

If you can help, submit your availabilty here. Or if you are an experienced MVLC volunteer, use the “Open Sign Ups” tab in your pro bono account.

Contact: Katie Mertz