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Pro bono recruitment hinges on training, mentorship and clear roles, LSC guests say
Summary
Guests on Talk Justice said many attorneys want to help veterans but may feel unprepared; providing training, mentorship, and on-site advisors encourages participation at large firms and among non‑veteran allies.
Guests described pro bono recruitment as largely positive but uneven: many attorneys want to help veterans, 'but they might not know the lingo,' Nick Hasenfuss said, explaining that the military and veteran communities use many abbreviations. Hasenfuss recommended mentorship and having experienced clinicians available to answer questions and review documents to make volunteers comfortable.
The conversation emphasized that non‑veteran allies often provide important pro bono support and that law firms can structure opportunities (mentors, training sessions, and practical document review) so volunteers can be effective even outside their normal practice areas.
