The Portia Project

Leigh Ferrin


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Many people lack access to, or funds for, a lawyer. This makes public interest work an essential part of our legal system. M.C. Sungaila delves into the public interest space with Leigh Ferrin, the Director of Litigation and Pro Bono at the Public Law Center. Leigh shares how and why she chose to work in the public interest arena, and how she leads and coordinates both the team of staff attorneys at the Public Law Center and the attorneys who volunteer their time pro bono to help the Center's clients. She also shares her insights on the need for volunteerism in law and the importance of finding your passion.


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