By Sylvia Novinsky Equal access to justice should exist for every individual, regardless of economic status. However, the 2021 Civil Legal Needs Assessment published by the North Carolina Equal Access to Justice Commission and Equal Justice Alliance, in partnership with UNC Greensboro’s Center for Housing and Community Studies, revealed that 86% of North Carolinians are not able to get legal…
The North Carolina Bar Foundation values diversity, equity and inclusion. The NCBF Task Force on Recognition and Grant Recommendations was formed following the completion of the Report on Relationships Between the NCBA and Systemic Racism in 2020. Its charge included making recommendations “regarding appropriate grant and program initiatives to encourage greater equity, diversity and inclusion in the practice of law…
The mission of the North Carolina Bar Foundation is to unite the talent and generosity of our profession to be a power of greater good for the people of North Carolina. The Foundation’s vision is a vibrant North Carolina where legal services are available to all, regardless of ability to pay; where members of the legal profession provide community service…
Each year, the North Carolina Bar Association recognizes Association members for their substantial contributions to pro bono service in North Carolina. The nomination deadline for 2021-22 NCBA Pro Bono Award recognition is Feb. 18, 2022. Please consider nominating a colleague, project, or organization for pro bono recognition. 2021-22 NCBA Pro Bono Award Categories: William Thorp Pro Bono Service Award: Presented to…
Volunteer Leaders Answer the Call The Leadership Gift Campaign challenges all volunteer leaders of the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation to unite in philanthropic support of the NCBF and its pro bono and civic education programs. The 2020-2021 campaign resulted in 32% percent overall participation among NCBF/NCBA leadership, raising $231,000 from 470 donors. Support from generous…
For many people in our state, the past year has been one of loss, pain and uncertainty. Issues brought about by the pandemic have impacted livelihoods, education and housing. There is very little that hasn’t been changed or impacted in some way by the pandemic and the events of 2020 and 2021. Hearing the call to service and feeling the…
The North Carolina Bar Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the North Carolina Bar Association, uniting the talent and generosity of our profession to be a power of greater good for the people of North Carolina by creating pro bono and public service opportunities that engage lawyers and paralegals in service to individuals and communities throughout the state. In recognition…
Under the amended North Carolina Bar Foundation bylaws, effective June 22, 2019, the NCBF Board of Directors includes the voting members of the Executive Committee of the NCBA Board of Governors, the voting members of the Audit and Finance Committee of the NCBA Board of Governors, the chairs of the Foundation’s three standing committees (Development, Endowment and Programs), and six…
The North Carolina Bar Foundation’s pro bono programs mobilize over 1,000 attorneys every year to provide pro bono legal services to North Carolina residents who otherwise would lack access to legal advice, counsel and representation. Through NCBF programs including the 4ALL Statewide Service Day, Entrepreneurs Assistance Program, Patent Pro Bono Program, NC Free Legal Answers and Wills for Heroes, lawyers…
Volunteer Leaders Answer the Call Launched in 2018, the Leadership Gift Campaign challenges all volunteer leaders of the North Carolina Bar Association and North Carolina Bar Foundation to unite in philanthropic support of the NCBF and its pro bono and public service programs. The 2019-2020 campaign resulted in 27 percent overall participation among NCBF/NCBA leadership, raising $204,000 from 372 donors….