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Government & Public Interest

PSJD’s Public Interest News Digest

Stay Informed on Legal Responses Across the Country to Social Justice Issues Check out this news digest for recent public interest news stories! Some of the topics discussed include Reproductive Rights, Free and Fair Elections; Rule of Law & Voting Rights; Systemic Racism; Pro Bono Response; Student Loans & Student Debt; Immigration, Refugee & Citizenship […]

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Government & Public Interest

Equal Justice Works Regional Public Interest Awards – Due April 10th

Application Open Now! Each year, the Equal Justice Works National Advisory Committee presents eight law students throughout the country with a Regional Public Interest Award. Chosen for their innovation, impact, and commitment to public interest law, each of the students selected is recognized for providing extraordinary service through clinics, volunteer work, internships, and more. Recipients of the Regional […]

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Court Data on Race and Ethnicity in Civil Cases: Access to Justice Opportunities and Challenges, April 12

The Massachusetts Access to Justice Commission’s Racial Equity and Justice Committee invites BC Law students to this free program “Court Data on Race and Ethnicity in Civil Cases: Access to Justice Opportunities and Challenges” held on April 12 from 2-5 (reception to follow) at the MCLE Conference Center, Ten Winter Place, Boston. The program convenes […]

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Government & Public Interest

Equal Justice America Summer Fellowship Program – Due March 23rd

Please note that Equal Justice America’s (EJA) Summer Fellowship Program deadline is approaching on March 23rd. To apply, students need to have a placement secured with a civil legal aid or civil rights organization. EJA Fellowships pay up to $5,000 for 10 weeks of full-time work. Students awarded funding from any BC Law funding sources […]

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MA Access to Justice Commission May Meeting

Save the Date! Massachusetts Access to Justice Commission Meeting, Thursday, May 26, 2-3:30 via Zoom These meetings are open to the public. RSVP here.  A zoom link will be sent in advance.  To learn more about the Commission’s work, check their website.

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Pro Bono

Massachusetts Court Service Centers – Winter & Spring Volunteer Opportunities

Apply by December 3, 2021. Full description on SAGE. If you are looking for pro bono work, this is an exciting opportunity to join the Court Service Centers (CSCs) Internship, Volunteer andFellowship Program this coming winter and spring. This internship will be hybrid and will offer both in-person and remote opportunities allowing volunteers to assist […]

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Pro Bono

MA Supreme Judicial Court Adams Pro Bono Publico Awards

Annual Adams Pro Bono Publico Awards, October 26 from 4-5:30 On October 26, 2021, Supreme Judicial Court Justice Elspeth Cypher will present awards to three attorneys selected by the Supreme Judicial Court Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Services for their exceptional dedication to providing volunteer legal services for persons who cannot afford an attorney for their essential […]

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Government & Public Interest

Public Citizen’s 2022 Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Competition

Public Citizen is pleased to announce the 2022 Hogan/Smoger Access to Justice Essay Competition. This year’s topic is “Legal Remedies to Climate Change”. The prize for best essay is $5,000. Essays must be submitted by emailed on or before Friday, April 29, 2022, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time, to Amanda Fleming at afleming@citizen.org. More information and additional […]

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Government & Public Interest

Access to Justice News from the A2J

Stay informed of access to justice news and initiatives! Please read the below updates from the Massachusetts Access to Justice Commission (A2J) and check out their site for upcoming meetings and information. Restoring the Department of Justice’s Access-to-Justice Function On May 18, 2021 President Biden signed a Presidential Memorandum on restoring the Department of Justice’s access to […]

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Government & Public Interest

Apply to Serve on the EJW National Advisory Committee

The Equal Justice Works National Advisory Committee (NAC) is made up of eight law students and eight law school professionals who conduct outreach and provide feedback and advice on EJW programs and initiatives. NAC members help build relationships with law students within their assigned region, promote public interest opportunities and resources, assist with the annual Equal Justice […]