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Are you a non-profit leader trying to navigate uncertainty in today's environment? Join Special Guest Christina Holder from Lowenstein Sandler LLP, Paladin and Catchafire on March 12th from Noon-1 PM CT for a timely conversation on how nonprofits can protect themselves, stay compliant, and prepare for a range of possible outcomes. This webinar will cover: 1?? Understanding your rights as a 501(c)(3) during times of financial and political uncertainty 2?? Ensuring your nonprofit’s tax filings and required documents are up to date 3?? Steps to take now to safeguard your nonprofit’s operations and compliance 4?? Key legal considerations for budgeting and contract management in uncertain times While the future remains unclear, making sure your nonprofit is legally prepared can provide a sense of stability and security. Register below!

Justice never sleeps. One of my absolute favorite things about Paladin is that attorneys can find and signup for #probono through the platform at literally any time. This holiday weekend alone, lawyers were signing up across the country at all hours to assist with asylum casework, mentor migrant women, pursue a Seventh Circuit project, help a daughter with her mother's estate, review a veteran's discharge file for an upgrade, help domestic violence survivors, expunge criminal records, and more. We keep going.

We are so thrilled to partner with Massachusetts Law Reform Institute on the relaunch of their Mass Pro Bono statewide portal. Check out the site and find an impactful volunteer opportunity today!

We are so thrilled to partner with Massachusetts Law Reform Institute on the relaunch of their Mass Pro Bono statewide portal. Check out the site and find an impactful volunteer opportunity today!

Don't miss this fantastic interview with Ben Weinberg about Dentons #probono program, highlighting the 'importance of partnerships between firms, nonprofits and even clients to tackle systemic challenges like racial injustice.' Ben is a visionary not only because he creates unique programs that tackle justice issues at scale, but also because he inspires his firm and others to think outside the box. He helped co-develop Paladin into what it is today, and knows how important to meet volunteers where they're at. He explains,"So, now, we [tell lawyers], "If you have something very particular you want to work on, give me a call or send me an email, but you first go look on Paladin and see what's available." You can filter by what you're interested in doing, the community you want to serve, your skills — and you can find things." Read more to learn about Dentons's important work:

What's the hype around DeepSeek, and what does it mean for access to justice? DeepSeek is a Chinese AI company that recently created a language model called DeepSeek-V3. Their model is built with 671 billion parameters, and is notable because it’s cheaper to develop compared to other big AI models like ChatGPT and Llama while still performing at similar levels. In addition, some parts of it are open-sourced, so other organizations can easily use and adapt it. While I do *not* advocate using DeepSeek for many data privacy/security reasons, its launch is exciting because it represents the (fast moving) future: a world in which AI and advanced technologies are lower-cost and more accessible for the justice community to build upon, together. The space is moving so fast- follow along for updates as we go! Paladin

As a culmination of the Legal Services Corporation's AI for Legal Aid Summit, I put together the enclosed Step-by-Step Guide for launching a legal aid or pro-bono focused AI initiative. The Guide includes practical steps to identify an appropriate problem and use case, recommends a design-thinking approach, and discusses implementation advice, drawing on experts from the Summit. Feel free to share, and let me know if you have other feedback! Paladin Laura Safdie Andrew Shulman Ransom Wydner Margaret Hagan Thomas G. Martin

Ready to take off for the AI for Legal Aid Summit and Legal Services Corporation's ITC, and feeling extra energized and grateful for this opportunity! I can't wait to see so many of you to explore, and more importantly, BUILD, the future of AI and access to justice. Let’s make an impact! ?? #AIforLegalAid #AccessToJustice #Collaboration" Paladin

In the past 24 hours, we've heard from over 130 AI for Legal Aid Summit attendees about what they're hoping to learn from the event, and here are the top 3 themes: 1.?Ethical and Safe AI Use - How to incorporate AI responsibly, addressing ethical considerations like confidentiality, security, and fairness. - Developing acceptable use policies and understanding the legal implications of AI use in the legal field. 2.?Practical Applications and Use Cases - Examples of how AI can enhance workflows, streamline operations, and improve service delivery, such as intake processes, triage, and content creation. - Insights into integrating AI tools into existing systems effectively and affordably. 3.?Knowledge and Awareness - Gaining a deeper understanding of AI capabilities, current tools, and innovations relevant to legal aid. - Building confidence in using AI by demystifying the technology and dispelling fears or misconceptions. Follow along at #AIforLegalAid on Sunday as we address these themes and more! Legal Services Corporation Laura Safdie Paladin

We are thrilled to be back with our complimentary headshot booth at Legal Services Corporation's ITC next week! Stop by our booth on Tuesday, January 14th, between 12:30-2:30 PM for a new headshot on us. ?? Also, don't miss our CEO, Kristen Sonday, speaking with Laura Safdie about "AI for Legal Aid: Everything You Were Afraid to Ask (and Should Know!)" on Monday, January 13th, from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM in the Valley of the Sun Ballroom C. See you there!