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The American Lawyer

Crowell & Moring Pro Bono Team Asks Supreme Court to Uphold Ruling That Promised New Trial in 1989 Murder Case

After a federal district court judge ruled in favor of Crosley Green, the Eleventh Circuit ruled prosecutors could withhold exculpatory evidence they believe to be inadmissible, a violation of the Brady Rule, according to his pro bono litigators.
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Daily Business Review

One Firm, One Year, 2,000 Pro Bono Hours: Florida Bar to Honor Those Who Give Back

Among the South Florida recipients are Irina Shabetayev, whose service included relocating "countless Ukrainian refugees facing unimaginable circumstances" following the Russian invasion of their country.
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Daily Report Online

Troutman Pepper Hosts Event Honoring Youth Sports Coaches

"It was fantastic. … I find it to be energizing and empowering," Troutman Pepper intellectual property partner Michael Hobbs said of APIVEO's annual reception and award presentation. He serves on APIVEO's board of directors.
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Daily Business Review

Haitian Lawyers Association Recognized for Advancing Aksè ak Lajistis

The group is the recipient of the 2023 Voluntary Bar Association Pro Bono Award, which is scheduled to be presented by Chief Justice Carlos G. Muñiz in a Jan. 26 ceremony.
3 minute read

Legaltech News

Legal Tech's Predictions for Innovating for Good in 2023

Legal industry experts weigh in on how they expect legal tech being used to help the greater good, be it DEI, ESG, mental health, pro bono, access to justice or something else, in the next year.
10 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Pennsylvania Should Act Now to Clear Away the Stigma of Eviction Records

We were the first state to automatically seal criminal records, allowing more than a million Pennsylvanians a fresh start and access to good jobs. We must do the same for eviction records by creating automatic eviction record sealing in Pennsylvania.
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The Legal Intelligencer

Closing the Uptake Gap: Making Criminal Record-Clearing Services Available

By partnering with organizations that already serve the community members we are trying to reach, PLSE pardon hubs will alleviate challenges like lack of information, administrative hassle, time constraints and reduced access to counsel.
6 minute read

Daily Business Review

Pro Bono Work Benefits Law Firms and Our Community

This new year, I encourage my fellow attorneys to make a resolution to consistently provide pro bono services to those in need. This is an opportunity to serve our neighbors and significantly improve our community.
4 minute read

Daily Report Online

4 Legal Nonprofits Raise $107K on Georgia Gives Day

"From Georgia's nonprofit workers, who dedicate their professional lives to serving others, to the vast numbers of donors and volunteers across the state, who dedicate their valuable money, time, and talent to supporting nonprofits, #GAgenerosity was on true display in 2022," Karen Beavor, president and CEO of the Georgia Center for Nonprofits, which hosts Georgia Gives Day, said in a news release.
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The American Lawyer

'The Human Side:' Shook Hardy Partner Exits to Lead Legal Services Group

"I've checked all the boxes on the private practice side and was really looking for a new challenge," said Matthew Keenan.
13 minute read

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