“Ask A Mentor: How Can I Maximize My Pro Bono Impact?” Law360

In an article for Law360, Pro Bono Committee Co-Chair Debbie Berman discusses how lawyers can use pro bono work to give back to their communities while also contributing to their professional development.

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“As lawyers, we are especially well-positioned to use our legal skills to make a difference for society as a whole. I know that may sound Pollyanna-ish, but that's a big part of the reason I went into law almost 35 years ago now, and one of the main reasons why I remain excited about my practice,” Debbie writes.

Debbie discusses how pro bono work can provide opportunities for hands-on experience early on in careers; opportunities to develop client facing skills; opportunities to develop and strengthen networks in the community and with other lawyers; and tips to help realize all of these benefits.

“Contributing your skills to help those in need can be deeply fulfilling. Many lawyers find that pro bono work reignites their passion for law and strengthens their sense of purpose, making them more engaged and effective in all their matters,” Debbie concludes.

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“Ask A Mentor: How Can I Maximize My Pro Bono Impact?” Law360

In an article for Law360, Pro Bono Committee Co-Chair Debbie Berman discusses how lawyers can use pro bono work to give back to their communities while also contributing to their professional development.

 Read More

“As lawyers, we are especially well-positioned to use our legal skills to make a difference for society as a whole. I know that may sound Pollyanna-ish, but that's a big part of the reason I went into law almost 35 years ago now, and one of the main reasons why I remain excited about my practice,” Debbie writes.

Debbie discusses how pro bono work can provide opportunities for hands-on experience early on in careers; opportunities to develop client facing skills; opportunities to develop and strengthen networks in the community and with other lawyers; and tips to help realize all of these benefits.

“Contributing your skills to help those in need can be deeply fulfilling. Many lawyers find that pro bono work reignites their passion for law and strengthens their sense of purpose, making them more engaged and effective in all their matters,” Debbie concludes.

Related Locations

© 2026 Jenner & Block LLP. Attorney Advertising. Jenner & Block LLP is an Illinois Limited Liability Partnership including professional corporations. This publication, presentation, or event is not intended to provide legal advice but to provide information on legal matters and/or firm news of interest to our clients and colleagues. Readers or attendees should seek specific legal advice before taking any action with respect to matters mentioned in this publication or at this event. The attorney responsible for this communication is Brent E. Kidwell, Jenner & Block LLP, 353 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654-3456. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Jenner & Block London LLP, an affiliate of Jenner & Block LLP, is a limited liability partnership established under the laws of the State of Delaware, USA and is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with SRA number 615729. Information regarding the data we collect and the rights you have over your data can be found in our Privacy Notice. For further inquiries, please contact dataprotection@jenner.com.

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