Pro Bono Emeritus A Guide for Retired Lawyers
The guide provides a structured framework to support retired and semi-retired Australian lawyers to engage in pro bono legal work. It aims to empower lawyers with the tools, knowledge and pathways to continue contributing to the community in their retirement.
It outlines practical considerations including obtaining volunteer practising certificates (VPCs), professional indemnity insurance (PII), and meeting continuing professional development (CPD) obligations, ensuring that participation is accessible and well-supported. The guide also describes the key organisations within the Australian pro bono landscape, how retired lawyers can become involved in their work and what they can expect when first doing so. It is intended that this guide will reduce the uncertainty of, and barriers to, retired lawyers participating in pro bono legal work.
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