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New Jersey Law Journal

After Hours: Volunteer Lawyers for Justice; Norris McLaughlin

VLJ, Marking 20 Years, Honors AG Lynch, Sacks Volunteer Lawyers for Justice drew some 600 supporters on Oct. 20 at its 20th anniversary and annual…
3 minute read

Connecticut Law Tribune

Helping a Veteran Lawyer Up Is a Great Way to Say Thanks

The Veterans Consortium and the Connecticut Veterans Legal Center are among the organizations helping to connect veterans with pro bono legal services through attorneys such as Charles D. Ray and Joe Cherico of McCarter & English.
4 minute read

The American Lawyer

Lack of Understanding Hampers Military Veteran Recruitment in Big Law

"As a veteran, you have a sense of responsibility and ownership over your job that is incomparable to things in the civilian world," Skadden associate and Army veteran Vincent Chiappini said.
5 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

A Call to Action for Young Phila. Lawyers to Re-Engage in Volunteerism

As lawyers, we have a professional and moral obligation to handle pro bono work. As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, the need has never been greater.
4 minute read

International Edition

Which Lawyers Are A Force For Good In Society?

Pro bono efforts and climate change: how do firms compare? There is no shying away from big issues in this week's London Lawyer Briefing
6 minute read

International Edition

In Pictures: The Stand-Out Pro Bono Mandates of 2021

Several Big Law firms, including Mayer Brown, Ashurst and Allen & Overy took part in a number of global initiatives that have won praise from the industry.
1 minute read

Litigation Daily

After Winning a New Trial Because of Juror Misconduct, Debevoise Pro Bono Client Walks Free

After a juror pursued a romantic relationship with an incarcerated prosecution witness, a New York appellate court nixed Tysheem McGregor's convictions on gang-related charges. Last week, after a retrial handled by Susan Gittes and Lauren Dolecki Kober of Debevoise & Plimpton, McGregor walked free.
5 minute read

International Edition

The Best Law Firms for UK Pro Bono, 2021

In an increasingly intense contest featuring the majority of the largest firms, 20 stood out for their pro bono efforts, but only 10 made the final list.
12 minute read

National Law Journal

'This Is the Future of Afghanistan': Selendy & Gay's Managing Partner Is Helping Young Girls Evacuate and Find Hope

Jennifer Selendy's Thirty Birds Foundation has successfully evacuated more than 400 Afghan girls and at-risk community members so far.
5 minute read

International Edition

Freshfields UK Pro Bono Hours Rocketed By More Than 50% Through Pandemic

Lawyers' desire to get involved with pro bono matters during the COVID-19 lockdowns prompted the uptick in hours, as well as exceptional mandates, said the firm's pro bono head.
3 minute read

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