PRO BONO PROGRAM
with
Dickstein Shapiro LLP
Presents
Small Business Legal Issues: A Training for Attorneys
February 26, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Dickstein Shapiro
1825 Eye St., NW
Washington, DC 20006
The purpose of the training session is to expand the pool of lawyers prepared to provide pro bono assistance to aspiring and existing entrepreneurs through the Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinics, which are held by the DC Bar Pro Bono Program’s Community Economic Development Project.
Small businesses serve as the cornerstone for economic development in disadvantaged areas, but cannot afford legal fees for advice that may determine whether they sink or swim. The Clinics are an opportunity for entrepreneurs to speak to an attorney about small business legal issues. Because it is a brief advice clinic, volunteer attorneys are not expected to provide ongoing representation.
In 2008, there were nine Clinics and over 138 small businesses sought assistance.
This program will focus on business formation, raising money, real estate issues, intellectual property considerations, and employment law as they relate to the unique circumstances of small neighborhood-based businesses. This program is appropriate for attorneys only.
Attorneys who take the course will be expected to volunteer at one Small Business Brief Advice Clinic.
Cost: Free. Continental breakfast will be provided.
Registration: Online at
If you require a physical accommodation or have questions, please contact the Pro Bono Program at 202-737-4700, ext. 357. Please note that pro bono training sessions are not MCLE-accredited.
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