Pro Bono Pledge

Georgetown Law is dedicated to the principle that members of the legal profession, and those aspiring to enter the legal profession, have a professional obligation to assist in providing quality legal services to individuals, groups, or causes that are under-represented in or lack access to the legal system. In furtherance of this principle, Georgetown Law challenges all incoming J.D. law students to pledge to complete at least 50 hours of law-related volunteer work before they graduate. Second year J.D. transfer students are asked to pledge 35 hours and LL.M. candidates, 20 hours. Students who meet their Pro Bono Pledge goals will receive a certificate from the Dean and a cord to wear at Commencement.

All students are encouraged to perform pro bono work above and beyond the amount pledged. Students will receive special or exceptional recognition after completing 100 or 200 hours, respectively (read the Pro Bono Pledge Frequently Asked Questions for a full explanation of the hours requirements for special or exceptional recognition for J.D. transfer and LL.M. students).

There are no negative consequences for not completing your Pro Bono Pledge. So sign up!