Pro Bono Quarterly Newsletter

Highlighting Pro Bono in New Mexico

Nov. 18, 2024 | Q4 Issue

Read 2024's Second Pro Bono Edition of the Bar Bulletin

On Oct. 23, we published our "Celebrate Pro Bono Month!" insert inside the Bar Bulletin. In it, we include multiple features and articles that cover issues related to pro bono work in New Mexico, highlighting its importance to New Mexicans and the fulfillment it gives attorneys in representing the underserved in New Mexico. The insert's articles and features are presented below!

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Pro Bono and the History of Pro Bono Month in New Mexico

With Pro Bono Month in the rearview mirror, take a deep dive into the history of October as Pro Bono Month, including its origins nationally, how it evolved in New Mexico and its significance in the broader legal landscape in the Land of Enchantment!

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"What Do You Find Most Rewarding About Doing Pro Bono Work?"

Many attorneys from New Mexico's legal community responded to our question: "What Do You Find Most Rewarding About Doing Pro Bono Work?" Find out what their reasons are and be sure to send what you find rewarding about pro bono service to probono@sbnm.org!

Learn Why Attorneys Do Pro Bono Work

The Robert H. LaFollette Pro Bono Award: An Inspirational Look Back At Previous Winners

One of the State Bar of New Mexico's prestigious Annual Awards is the Robert H. LaFollette Pro Bono Award, honoring attorneys in New Mexico conducting an exceptional quantity of pro bono service. Take a look back at winners of this prestigious award from 2019 to 2023 with descriptions of their experience and service in New Mexico.

Look Back At Past Award Winners

Highlighting New Mexico's Stars in Pro Bono Work

In New Mexico, there are many attorneys providing routine pro bono representation to New Mexicans in need. In this feature, we put a spotlight on some of New Mexico's attorneys who regularly engage in pro bono work and set a high bar for legal professionals with a passion for pro bono service.

Email probono@sbnm.org to send recommendations for attorneys conducting exceptional pro bono service so we can highlight them in the next occurrence of this feature!

See New Mexico's Pro Bono Stars

Help the New Mexico State Bar Foundation Reach its Goal

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's programs and resources, which enable attorneys to fulfill pro bono requirements, are funded in part by your contributions. This year, our goal is to raise 10% more in donations, and your support is vital in that endeavor. Please make a donation during your license renewal at www.sbnm.org/licenserenewal or anytime at www.sbnm.org/donate.

Help Us Meet Our Goal