Volunteer
THE PRO BONO PARTNERSHIPS PROJECT
The Pro Bono Partnerships Project (PBPP) increases access to justice and drives social change by connecting volunteer experts with service opportunities in their communities. Our clients face legal problems such as housing, public benefits, and domestic violence, yet are unable to access a lawyer. Our volunteers are part of the solutions that impact family and neighborhood life.
Volunteers choose to provide full representation, offer legal advice, give brief services, present "Know Your Rights" workshops, and more. Download our flyer below for more.
Upcoming Trainings
To sign up for the trainings, please register using the link below. Prior experience in the legal areas are not required to attend trainings. Trainings are updated as they are scheduled. If you have questions, or would like to attend a training on a specific topic, please email us at ProBonoNNJLS@lsnj.org.
Sign Up to Volunteer
Welcome volunteers! Volunteer today to access new opportunities and get access to trainings (including CLE credits). When registering with the below link, please select "Northeast New Jersey Legal Services" as the organization you would like to volunteer with. If you have questions about volunteering, please email us at ProBonoNNJLS@LSNJ.org.
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Contact Us
For any questions, comments or ideas please don't hesitate to contact us!
Pro Bono Partnerships Project at NNJLS ​
Aili C. Monahan, Esq., Director
Lauren James-Weir, Esq., Coordinating Attorney
Wilka Zaman, Program Manager
Evelyn Crespo, Bergen County Coordinator
Nury Galvan, Passaic County Coordinator​
Mariales Rosario, Hudson County Coordinator
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Law Student Internships
NNJLS is proud to host law school students who wish to participate in an internship program. We accept internship applications from individuals who have completed at least one year of law school. NNLJS also supports internships that are sponsored by schools, private law firms, or advocacy groups. Student interns are mentored by experienced staff attorneys in the areas of civil law practice, with placement in a specific legal unit subject to program need and availability. Student interns assist staff attorneys throughout the legal process, from client intake through court appearances. NNJLS can assist student interns to secure outside funding for their internship, as well as obtain class credit for their NNJLS internship.
College Student Internships
NNJLS is proud to host college students who wish to participate in an internship program. We accept internship applications from individuals who have completed at least one year of an undergraduate education. NNJLS can support internships that are sponsored by schools or advocacy groups. College student interns are mentored by experienced staff in a variety of program functions, including civil legal units, Communications, Outreach, Development and Pro Bono. College student interns assist staff with a variety of programmatic needs, including both legal work suitable for level of education and community-based services. NNJLS can assist college student interns to secure outside funding for their internships as well as obtain class credit for their NNJLS internship.
Those interested in learning more about NNJLS internship opportunities should send a cover letter and resume to the Director of Pro Bono at ProBonoNNJLS@lsnj.org with subject line “NNJLS Internship.”