By David Thomas | June 3, 2020
As protests sparked by George Floyd's death continue, the firm is ending its 40-year practice of sending associates to help the city prosecute misdemeanors, saying the cases disproportionately affect black communities. Will other law firms follow its lead?
By Christine Simmons | Dylan Jackson | June 1, 2020
Paul Weiss' Brad Karp said he wants to form "a consortium of leading law firms and public interest organizations" across the U.S. to help achieve racial justice and eradicate systemic racism.
By Patrick Smith | May 15, 2020
A pro bono coalition led by Stroock is the latest Big Law pro bono initiative that has several firms working together during the pandemic.
By Dan Packel | May 13, 2020
A restaurant vet himself, Riley Lagesen connected Fieri and Murray for this Friday's Nacho Average Showdown to raise money for food industry workers hit hard by the pandemic.
The American Lawyer | Commentary
By Vivia Chen | May 13, 2020
With a track record of taking on causes that are unpopular in his home state, the 80 year old still practices, and speaks with a heavy Texas twang.
By Christine Simmons | May 8, 2020
While Simpson appears unique in offering a stipend in exchange for community service, other firms are also encouraging community service or pro bono work as part of their summer programs.
By Brenda Sapino Jeffreys | May 6, 2020
Lawyers around the country are tackling unexpected pro bono projects related to the coronavirus as nonprofits and individuals seek legal advice in their efforts to help out.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Dan Packel | April 30, 2020
Many law firms have already stepped up in an effort to meet the needs of hard-pressed Americans, and Utah is expediting its efforts to improve its residents' ability to get legal help.
By Dan Packel | April 10, 2020
The firm has over 70 attorneys in five cities working with the James Beard Foundation to advise restaurant workers and owners on how to access coronavirus relief.
By Jacqueline Thomsen | April 8, 2020
Counsel at firms with top-ranked pro bono programs say they're seeing an increase in both the demand for pro bono work during the COVID-19 pandemic, and in attorneys at their firms wanting to offer free legal services.
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