The Citizen Lawyer Program exists to advance Iowa Law's teaching and service missions. It is a teaching platform for students to develop the knowledge, values, and skills that are central to law as a professional calling. By offering a wide variety of opportunities for pro bono work, community service, and programs about legal issues, skills, and values, CLP extends students' education beyond the classroom while engaging them directly in the College's mission of public service.

Please note that our program does not provide legal services. State law and ethical considerations generally prohibit law students from providing legal advice or representation except in narrow circumstances under supervision of licensed attorney. Our program coordinates opportunities for law students to volunteer with legal services providers.

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The Pro Bono Society Executive Board had set April 8 as the deadline for May 2024 graduates to report Spring service hours.
Congratulations to the Fall 2023 members of Iowa Law’s Pro Bono Society! Members completed all necessary service requirements set out by the PBS Constitution. Members completed at least 15 service hours (at least half of which were Community hours) and reported attendance at a Lawyers & Leaders event during the Fall 2023 semester.
The Center for Worker Justice of Eastern Iowa is seeking volunteers. If you are interested, please email Germaine Fandohan at germaine@cwjiowa.org. 
Are you passionate about mock trial? Seeking a fun and engaging way to complete service hours?
Apply now for Spring 2024 pro bono projects
The Citizen Lawyer Program is now accepting applications for its Spring 2024 Pro Bono Projects.  Interested students should review project descriptions and application information available here: 
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