Does Volunteering or Doing Pro Bono Work in Law School Really Help with Long-Term Career Growth and Client Development?

Description

In this short Q&A video, top legal recruiter Harrison Barnes explains whether volunteering or doing pro bono work in law school really helps with long-term career growth. He discusses how these experiences can strengthen legal skills, expand professional networks, and demonstrate qualities that employers value over the course of a legal career.

Highlights:

• Experience That Builds Credibility: Why volunteering and pro bono work can help law students gain practical experience and show commitment, initiative, and professionalism.
• Relationships Can Lead to Opportunities: How these experiences can create valuable connections with attorneys, mentors, and organizations that may help later in your career.
• Long-Term Value Depends on How You Use It: Why pro bono and volunteer work are most beneficial when they help you develop skills, deepen interests, and support your broader career goals.