It goes without saying that all pro bono is good. Law firms should rightly be commended for their considerable and ever-increasing dedication to improving access to justice and giving back to their communities, as covered in detail throughout this issue. But as George Orwell might have said, had he been a legal consultant, some pro bono is better than others.
At least, that’s the argument put forth by the lawyers behind New Perimeter, a nonprofit affiliate launched by DLA Piper in 2005 that partners with a range of corporations and NGOs in order to provide pro bono assistance. Director Lisa Dewey, who is also DLA’s U.S. pro bono partner, claims that such collaboration results in a more efficient and effective service.
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