The State Bar pays the premium for professional liability insurance coverage through Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company (WILMIC). This insurance provides coverage for the legal services that volunteer lawyers provide in State Bar sponsored pro bono programs and projects. There is no extra cost to you.
This coverage is available to in-house, government, and retired lawyers who want to volunteer with a qualified pro bono program or project but lack professional liability coverage through an employer. Qualified pro bono programs are those that are operated by WisTAF programs, Wisconsin law schools, Wisconsin bar associations, and State and Federal court appointments. Individuals seeking to be covered by this insurance policy should complete a volunteer certification form.
For questions regarding eligibility for this program, inquiries about projects, or other concerns please contact the Pro Bono Program Manager at
probono@wisbar.org.
