Pro Bono
Since our founding, we have proudly upheld a commitment to serve pro bono clients with the determination and legal excellence that define our broader culture. We devote tens of thousands of hours to pro bono cases, and our people are dedicated to corporate social responsibility and volunteering in our communities around the world.
Pro bono stories
Helping a family honor their son’s legacy
The life of Scott J. Beigel, a 35-year-old geography teacher and cross-country coach at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, came to a tragic end on February 14, 2018, when a former student of the school opened fire on students and staff, killing 17 people and injuring 17 more. Scott was shot and killed while putting himself in harm’s way to help as many students as he could take shelter in his classroom. It is estimated that he saved the lives of 31 students.
Denis McInerney and Dara Sheinfeld discuss major DVSJA victory with AmLaw Litigation Daily
Compassionate release for individuals impacted by discriminatory sentencing practices of the past
Gun violence prevention through legal action
Our pro bono team
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Recognition
Pro Bono Excellence Award
LGBT Bar Association Foundation of Greater New York, 2024
Pro Bono Partner Award
New York County Defender Services, 2024
International Pro Bono Excellence
(support for Prison Journalism Project)
Cyrus R. Vance Center for International Justice, 2024
Legal Services Center Pro Bono Partner
(for support of NYC vulnerable youth)
The Door, 2024
Empire State Counsel Law Firm Honoree
(for service to low-income/vulnerable people)
New York State Bar Association, 2023
Excellence in Pro Bono Advocacy
Sanctuary for Families’ Above & Beyond Awards, 2021 and 2023
Champion of Justice Award
New York Legal Assistance Group, 2023
Outstanding Pro Bono Leadership
Volunteers of Legal Service, 2023
Silver Award
Law Society of Hong Kong’s Pro Bono and Community Work Recognition Program, 2020 and 2022
Cornerstone Award
(for service to nonprofits)
Lawyers Alliance for New York, 2021
If you need a pro bono lawyer
Our pro bono clients come to us through our partnerships with legal services and other nonprofit organizations; we do not accept direct inquiries for pro bono representation.
If you are in need of a pro bono lawyer, one of the following resources may be of help:
City Bar Justice Center Legal Hotline