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WAFUNIF (The World Association of Former United Nations Interns and Fellows)

Advising WAFUNIF, a United Nations 48 year old nonprofit

URGENT: Pro Bono Litigation Assistance Needed (Manhattan, NY)

Posted October 28, 2024

Background & Context

The matter requires experience in:
New York Civil Procedure (Supreme Court, New York County)
CPLR Article 75 proceedings (motions to confirm/vacate arbitration awards)
Arbitration appeals
Professional responsibility issues related to arbitral conduct

Immediate Problem

The case is time-sensitive, with active procedural deadlines. Counsel familiar with Manhattan practice and post-award arbitration litigation is strongly encouraged to connect.

Work & Deliverables

Urgent: Pro Bono Litigation Assistance Needed (Manhattan, NY)
A non-governmental organization seeks pro bono counsel in New York County (Manhattan) following the escalation of an arbitration matter into active court litigation.

Project Plan

Preparation Phase

  • Schedule a background call with volunteer coordinator

Collaboration Phase

  • Schedule call to discuss questions and proposed revisions

Wrap Up

  • Confer with supervising attorney to confirm work is complete and to transfer files or information

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Additional Information

  • Time Commitment: 1-5 hours
  • Training Provided: No
  • Site-Preference: Remote
  • Open to Law Students: Yes
  • Open to Legal Staff: Yes
  • Bar License(s) required: New York
  • Required Languages: None
  • Required Legal Expertise: None
  • Preferred Legal Expertise: Litigation, Tax-Exempt Organizations
  • Deliverables Due: March 26, 2026
  • Mentoring Provided: No
  • Supervision Provided: Yes
WAFUNIF (The World Association of Former United Nations Interns and Fellows)

Incorporated in 1978, WAFUNIF is a 46-year-old nonprofit dedicated to promoting the United Nations work through our network of UN internship and fellowship alumni. Through our network of contacts, WAFUNIF works to raise awareness of and further the progress towards the United Nations working agenda. WAFUNIF advocates for and raises awareness of the UN 17 SDGs through various online and in-person events designed to identify and promote individuals and organizations working on projects that align with the SDGs. WAFUNIF is well positioned to serve the United Nations community as an engine of progress by bringing together representatives from various communities, including finance, research and technology, and communities in need to identify and solve challenges that progress humanity towards a brighter future. Read more about our organization on our 'About Us' webpage.

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