The New Jersey State Bar Association Pro Bono Committee extended the deadline to submit nominations for the 2020 Pro Bono Awards to June 5.
The awards recognize members of the New Jersey legal profession who exemplify outstanding commitment to providing pro bono legal services to the state’s underserved residents.
Notable contributions to pro bono initiatives, as well as the extent to which the nominees provided direct pro bono assistance, will be considered for each award category. The awards will be presented at a reception, which is expected to be held in October.
The award categories are individual, organizational, new attorney and lifetime achievement. A complete listing of eligibility criteria and nomination forms can be found at njsba.com.
Forms and required supporting documents should be submitted by 5 p.m. June 5 to: Christina Pateman, New Jersey State Bar Association, One Constitution Square, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08901, or via email to [email protected].