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University of South Carolina School of Law
University of South Carolina School of Law
Law School Pro Bono Programs
Contact Information
Taylor Gilliam
Pro Bono Director
[email protected]
P: (803) 777-3405
Category Type
Formal Voluntary Program Characterized by a Referral System with Coordinator
Description of Programs
The University of South Carolina is home to the first voluntary Pro Bono Program at a U.S. law school. We believe it's important to foster the ethic of professional obligation to provide service to the public, especially to those who cannot afford legal help. The Pro Bono Program works to connect knowledge to the real world, and for over 30 years, South Carolina Law students have been actively involved in a variety of activities in service to the community. The range of opportunities is varied and ever changing. Through their pro bono work students are able to explore career options and gain knowledge and skills of lasting professional benefit, all while making our state and community a better place for everyone.
Location of Programs
Stand-Alone Program. https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/law/academics/experiential_learning/pro_bono_program
Staffing/Management/Oversight
The Pro Bono Director is a dedicated staff position.
Funding
The Program is funded by the Law School's operating budget.
Faculty and Administrative Pro Bono
None.
Awards/Recognition
At the annual Law School Awards luncheon for academic and service awards to students and faculty, 10 Outstanding Student Pro Bono Awards are presented along with the Hugh L. Wilcox Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year Award.
Alternative Winter or Spring Break Pro Bono
None
Law School Public Interest Programs
Contact Information
Taylor Gilliam
Pro Bono Director
[email protected]
P: (803) 777-3405
Certificate/Curriculum Programs
None.
Public Interest Centershttps://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/law/centers/index.php
Public Interest Career Assistance
The University of South Carolina has public interest career assistance.
Loan Repayment Assistance Programs (LRAP)
For more than 15 years, the goal of the Public Interest Law Loan Forgiveness Fund has been to provide financial assistance to deserving South Carolina Law graduates who obtain employment in the field of public interest law and who need assistance in repaying their legal education loans.
Fellowships
None.
8/16/2023