On February 24, 2017, the MCVLP hosted a Community Action Poverty Simulation at Ridley Hall of the Church of the Nativity. The Poverty Simulation is an interactive experience that helps facilitate an understanding of the challenges faced by individuals in our community who are living at or below the poverty level. The simulation increases participants’ […]
John Brinkley has been a true asset to the MCVLP since his admittance to the Alabama State Bar, and he has contributed significantly to the program’s revitalization. John is an active volunteer, gladly accepting extended service pro bono referrals to help low income clients in need. Additionally, as a member of the MCVLP Board of […]
How long have you volunteered? I’ve volunteered for as long as I’ve been a member of the bar – about 8 years. Why do you volunteer? I volunteer because it’s a way to remind myself that the law and the courts should be open to all, and not just to those who can afford it. […]
The MCVLP’s 2016 Most Active Pro Bono Volunteers were honored and celebrated at a delightful luncheon by Cotton Row Restaurant and Ethics CLE on October 17, 2016. A special thank you to the District and Circuit Court Judges who joined us to congratulate our honored guests, along with the MCVLP Board of Directors and Young […]
On October 21, 2016, over 400 guests gathered on a wonderful Fall evening to celebrate Pro Bono month with craft beer from 20 Alabama breweries, wine and cider from Church Street Purveyors, dinner from Taco Mama, and S’mores. The weather was perfect and so were the cheerful faces enjoying the music by 45 Surprise, food, […]
At the Heflin-Torbert Judicial Building Rotunda, on October 18, 2016, the Alabama Access to Justice Commission recognized 95 Alabama attorneys who demonstrated outstanding commitment to volunteer legal services for the low income residents of Alabama. Honorees were recognized and applauded by Supreme Court of Alabama Acting Chief Justice Lyn Stuart and Alabama State Bar President-Elect […]