Victoria Ostrander is the assistant editor of The National Law Journal, The American Lawyer and Corporate Counsel. Contact her at [email protected]. On Twitter: @vostrander_alm
May 05, 2020 | National Law Journal
Did the Constitution Stutter? 'Ramos v. Louisiana' and the Win for LibertyHannah Cox, national manager of Conservatives Concerned About the Death Penalty, and Brett L. Tolman, former U.S. attorney for Utah, discuss the history preceding the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision concluding that the Sixth Amendment secures the right to a unanimous jury in state and federal courts.
By Hannah Cox and Brett L. Tolman
6 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
Walden Macht & HaranThere is great public service in achieving legal solutions that advance the greater good for humanity.
By ALM Staff
3 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
Covington & BurlingIn our country, there is a large "justice gap," with many people needing legal help, but unable to afford counsel.
By ALM Staff
3 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & FlomHaving the ability to make a positive impact during a time of critical need is both a privilege and responsibility that we place immense value on at Skadden.
By ALM Staff
4 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
O'Melveny & Myers"A lawyer has no higher calling than ensuring that democracy works for everyone. When people need a lawyer to see a doctor or to stay in their homes, an attorney can be truly lifesaving," says David Lash of O'Melveny & Myers.
By ALM Staff
3 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
Simpson Thacher & BartlettPro bono work is essential to the practice of law. Not only is it our duty to serve underprivileged communities and help promote justice, it's also a gift.
By ALM Staff
3 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
Baker BottsProviding our client with unprecedented, well-deserved compensation for his [more than] 12 years of wrongful imprisonment and helping him get back on his feet more than justified the 750 pro bono hours we dedicated to this client.
By ALM Staff
3 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
DechertOur pro bono program allows me to represent people in incredibly worthy causes who would not otherwise have a voice.
By ALM Staff
4 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and DorrUsing our skills on behalf of people for whom such help is otherwise unavailable makes the world a fairer, more just place.
By ALM Staff
3 minute read
May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal
Jenner & BlockPro bono is at the very core of the firm. Representing those without the resources to protect themselves reminds us that the work we do can make all the difference in the world.
By ALM Staff
3 minute read
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