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Naturalization 101
Live Webinar MDImmigration TrainingThis session will equip volunteers with the skills to conduct eligibility consultations for naturalization applicants. Participants will learn how to assess eligibility requirements, analyze criminal history, identify necessary documentation to support applications, and determine additional evidence that strengthens good moral character factors.
Volunteers must agree to attend at least one naturalization clinic with Esperanza Center’s Immigration Legal Services in exchange for the training.
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Representing Tenants in District Court Landlord/Tenant Proceedings: A Comprehensive Guide to Effectively Representing Tenants at their District Court Landlord/Tenant Proceedings
Live Webinar MDLive EventThis training will be offered in two formats:
Virtual: Live session via Zoom on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
On-Demand: Webcast video available in early February 2026
This training, co-sponsored by Community Legal Services, Inc., (CLS) covers Landlord-Tenant statutes, cases, and practical advice to prepare lawyers to represent tenants in District Court landlord/tenant proceedings. Participants must agree to participate in two (2) landlord/tenant clinics or take two (2) cases (or 1 of each totaling 2 volunteer commitments) in either Prince George's, Anne Arundel, or Montgomery County. -
Transforming Legal Settlements: How Science is Changing Emotional Distress Compensation (MSBA CLE)
Live Webinar MDLive EventMaryland State Bar Association (MSBA) and PBRC offer 3 free and 3 discounted slots for select MSBA Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses to volunteer and legal services provider staff attorneys. Click for more details.
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Tax Sale Foreclosure Prevention in Baltimore City
Remote/VirtualVirtual EventLive EventLearn about Tax Sale Foreclosure in Baltimore City. This training is available to lawyers and housing counselors who are interested in volunteering to assist homeowners and/or nonprofit groups facing tax sale foreclosure in Baltimore City.
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Employment Law Institute (MSBA CLE)
DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia 5485 Twin Knolls Rd, Columbia, MD, United StatesEmployment Law TrainingMaryland State Bar Association (MSBA) and PBRC offer 3 free and 3 discounted slots for select MSBA Continuing Legal Education (CLE) courses to volunteer and legal services provider staff attorneys. Click for more details.
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Ethics in Pro Bono Practice: Navigating Common Challenges
Litigation TrainingVirtual
Each meeting typically runs from noon to 2 pm and includes three components: a skills training; practical exercises; and a mentoring roundtable, where attendees can bring up litigation and other lawyering questions they’re currently facing—whether related to the presentation topic or not—and receive input from the group. Experienced litigators are present throughout the entire event.