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Biglaw Firm Steps Up Big In Pro Bono with Rachel Elkin
Episode 177
Published 2 years ago
Description
Join host Kathryn Rubino who chats with Rachel Elkin, Pro Bono Counsel at Haynes Boone. Discover Rachel's journey from a family of lawyers to championing public interest work and navigating her unexpected transition into Big Law. Gain insights on the rewarding and challenging aspects of pro bono work and how it shapes careers and communities. A must-listen for legal enthusiasts and those inspired by impactful lawyering.
Highlights
- Why Rachel Elkin went to law school.
- First exposure to public interest law.
- Importance of law school clinics.
- Key mentorship in law school.
- How Rachel secured her first nonprofit job.
- Transitioning from nonprofit to big law.
- Role and importance of a pro bono counsel.
- Managing pro bono case selection.
- Balancing billable hours with pro bono work.
- Rachel's long-term goals for the firm's pro bono program.
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