Section 1983 Litigation Seminar Course Materials

• Overview of Section 1983 Litigation
• Section 1983 Qualified Immunity

Pro Bono Representation Basic Guidelines

• Pro Bono Primer
• Basics of Pro Bono Representation in the District of New Jersey - 9/26/2011
• Local Civil Rule, Appendix H

Cases

• Tabron
• Powell
• Statutes
  • 28 U.S.C. §1915

Reimbursement Guidelines and Forms for Pro Bono Attorneys

• Procedures For Reimbursing Pro Bono Attorneys
• Pro Bono Informational Letter
• Application for Pre-Approval of Pro Bono Expenses
• Reimbursement Voucher for Expenses of Pro Bono Counsel

Other helpful links

• Department of Corrections - Video Conferencing Program

Forms

• Application/Motion for appointment of counsel

Application to become a Pro Bono attorney

• Application