Pro Bono @ SJC

There will never be enough legal service nonprofits to serve the overwhelming need of immigrant families for free representation. We rely on the private sector to support our work by volunteering so that immigrants across California have access to high quality legal representation.

SJC has been partnering with firms and in-house counsel for years to meet their pro bono goals. Pro bono is a huge part of SJC's programming, and each year we are able to serve hundreds of more clients through leveraging volunteers from the Bay Area. With the support of firms and in-house counsel, thousands of hours of attorney time have been donated to immigrant families in California.

Pro bono workshops

SJC partners with firms, their corporate clients, and in-house counsel to host half-day workshops throughout the year. These workshops may be held at SJC’s offices in Berkeley or Modesto, or also may be held remotely. To learn more about our pro bono workshops, click here.

Pro Bono Litigation

In 2020, SJC launched the new Pro Bono Litigation Program. This program is designed for busy firm attorneys who have limited time for full-scope cases, but are interested in building their trial advocacy skills and passionate about immigration defense. After passing a two-day training program designed by SJC leadership, attorneys will be prepared to take a fully prepared asylum case to trial. Learn more about the Litigation program by clicking here.

VOLUNTEER Testimonials

Still not convinced about the impact of pro bono at SJC? Listen to these testimonials, and we guarantee you’ll be moved to join SJC’s pro bono team.

Thank you to our many pro bono partners!

Baker McKenzie

Box, Inc.

Cooley LLP

DLA Piper

Electronic Arts, Inc.

Fenwick & West, LLP

Kirkland & Ellis, LLP

Latham & Watkins, LLP

LinkedIn

Lyft, Inc.

Ropes & Gray, LLP