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Public Interest

Dec. 29, 2011

Make a resolution to be a part of the solution

In 2012, be part of the solution - volunteer your time. By Amy Fitzpatrick of the San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program Inc.


By Amy Fitzpatrick


There is a crisis in the civil legal system and every California lawyer can and should be a part of the solution. When making your New Year's resolutions, consider including pro bono service as something you wish to accomplish in 2102. If each attorney committed to supporting volunteer legal services, the crisis we now face could be averted.


In November and December of this year, four hearings were held across California, co-spons...

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