Highlighting Pro Bono in New Mexico

January 26, 2024 | Q1 Issue

A Word About Pro Bono Work in the State of New Mexico

by Brandon McIntyre

As an institution, civil and criminal justice is a vital societal groundwork.The pursuit of that justice through legal service and representation is highly fulfilling, and it provides a sense of reward for the legal community. Legal practice is an industry that encompasses a broad variety of ways to create paths for fair and effective legal recourse. As we kick off the new year, we would like to highlight a crucial pillar of justice: pro bono work and its significance in New Mexico.

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Pro Bono Publico Service Rules:

Rule 16-601 & & 24-108

Refresh your understanding of the rules adopted by the New Mexico Supreme Court on voluntary Pro Bono Publico Service.

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Lend Us Your Superpowers: Volunteering For A Legal Clinic Or Pro Bono Case Is Easier Than Ever

Judge Erin B. O'Connell and Judge Jane C. Levy explain how you can easily volunteer your legal services for NM residents seeking legal help.

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New Mexico Civil Legal Service Providers - Organizations and Contact Information

The New Mexico Access to Justice Commission works collaboratively with civil legal service providers in New Mexico. We are including information about some of these providers for State Bar of New Mexico members to share with those in their communities who may need civil legal assistance or information about legal resources.

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Upcoming VAP Pro Bono Collaborative ECHO CLE Sessions

The Volunteer Attorney Program (VAP) of New Mexico Legal Aid offers FREE CLE sessions through its Pro Bono Collaborative ECHO project. The VAP Pro Bono Collaborative ECHO is a resource and learning tool that seeks to expand the knowledge and expertise of volunteer attorneys across the state through tele-mentorship, while building a collaborative community of practice focused on the legal needs of low-income rural New Mexicans.

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View more pro bono and volunteer opportunities in New Mexico at www.sbnm.org/probono.

Do you know of an upcoming pro bono or volunteer opportunity?

Please email us at probono@sbnm.org.

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