Note: This program has been moved to the Meeting Hall to accommodate the broad interest shown by our members. 

This program is for pro bono attorneys seeking to assist victims of hate crimes or bias and to represent people arrested while peacefully protesting. Experienced attorneys and New York City officials will explain the process and what you need to know to do this kind of pro bono work.

Panelists:

Jeanne Olivo, Chief, Hate Crimes Unit, New York County District Attorney

Hollis V. Pfitsch, Deputy Commissioner, Law Enforcement Bureau, New York City Commission on Human Rights

Virginia M. Goggin, Director of Legal Services, New York City Anti-Violence Project

Insha Rahman, Senior Planner, Vera Institute for Justice

Bina Ahmad, The Legal Aid Society, Staff Attorney, Criminal Defense Practice

Sponsored by: 

City Bar Justice Center

Volunteers of Legal Service

Pro Bono and Legal Services Committee, Alison McKinnell King, Chair

Office of Diversity and Inclusion

Muslim Bar Association of New York (MuBANY)

There is no fee for this event, please register HERE.