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PILnet’s annual European Pro Bono Forum will take place in Berlin on 17-18 November 2011. Expecting to draw more than 300 lawyers, NGO representatives and academics from throughout Europe and beyond, the Forum is the only platform of its kind providing an international comparative perspective on pro bono practice in Europe.  Now in its fifth year, the Forum will have a diverse agenda with interactive workshops geared toward NGO representatives, newcomers to pro bono as well as more experienced practitioners.

This year’s Forum –  having UPJ as the national NGO-partner – will offer meaningful opportunities for experienced pro bono practitioners to engage in new initiatives focused on the pro bono developments in Germany, the European Year of Volunteering (EVY 2011), important global issues like climate change and the usage of natural resources, as well as human rights and cross-border partnerships. Moreover it is an exciting opportunity to build partnerships with existing pro bono networks in Europe and beyond and to gain valuable skills and knowledge. Participants can choose from a variety of streams and workshops, including those focused particularly on introducing pro bono practice and creating pro bono initiatives from the ground up.

NGO representatives bring important perspectives to the Forum. The Forum provides a unique networking opportunity, during which organizations present their mission and work and speak to lawyers one-on-one about their legal needs and those of the people they serve.

Discounted rates are available for NGO representatives, solo practitioners, and lawyers working at firms employing fewer than 200 lawyers (in all offices).