Elysse DeRita, Author at Pro Bono Institute

Welcome Ropes & Gray to the Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge®

April 6, 2017

The Law Firm Pro Bono Project is pleased to announce a new signatory to the Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge® initiative. We are excited to welcome Ropes & Gray*†, whose attorneys and staff have shown a strong dedication to pro bono work by providing a range of meaningful legal services to those in need. Since 1993, the Challenge, an initiative of PBI’s Law Firm Project, has served as a guidepost to assist major law firms in increasing their commitment to pro bono legal services. The Challenge principles are designed to offer institutional support and maximize the efficacy of law firm pro bono programs.

It’s Pro Bono Podcast Monday

April 3, 2017

Need listening material for Opening Day and tonight’s Men’s Basketball National Championship Game? Tune in to the Law Firm Pro Bono Project’s podcast, the Pro Bono Happy Hour, and learn about exciting and meaningful developments in the world of law firm pro bono and access to justice. Don’t miss our latest episode featuring Stephanie Schlatter of Buckley Sandler *†. Stephanie talks to us about her career, the firm’s emerging pro bono program, March Madness, and more. Subscribe to the Pro Bono Happy Hour in iTunes. Have you rated us on iTunes yet? Would you consider doing it now? We’d appreciate

March Mindfulness

March 30, 2017

“Spring Cleaning” has meaning for law firm pro bono programs, just as it does for our homes and wardrobes. The season’s themes of renewal and growth make it the perfect time to reflect on your pro bono program’s mission, structure, and goals. For assistance with this effort, check out our Law Firm Pro Bono Self-Assessment Guide, which is designed to help large law firms assess the strengths and weaknesses of their programs and engage in goal-setting and long-term strategic planning. In order to be effective and successful, pro bono programs should be compatible with the firm’s environment, culture, and history. There

It’s Pro Bono Podcast Monday

March 27, 2017

Need listening material for when the April showers hit? Tune in to the Law Firm Pro Bono Project’s podcast, the Pro Bono Happy Hour, and learn about exciting and meaningful developments in the world of law firm pro bono and access to justice. Don’t miss our latest episode featuring Patrick Arenz of Robins Kaplan*†. Patrick talks to us about his career, chairing the firm’s Pro Bono Committee; a new trial advocacy initiative to support survivors of domestic abuse while promoting lawyer professional development and mentorship, and more. Subscribe to the Pro Bono Happy Hour in iTunes. Have you rated us

It’s Pro Bono Podcast Monday

March 20, 2017

Need motivation as you begin spring cleaning? Tune in to the Law Firm Pro Bono Project’s podcast, the Pro Bono Happy Hour, and learn about exciting and meaningful developments in the world of law firm pro bono and access to justice. Don’t miss our most recent interview with Elizabeta Markuci of Volunteers of Legal Service (VOLS). Liz talks to us about pro bono initiatives to support immigrants in the context of her own family’s experience, the value of storytelling, the importance of self-care, her pro bono role models, and more. Subscribe to the Pro Bono Happy Hour in iTunes. Have

In Memoriam: Thomas S. Williamson Jr.

March 16, 2017

The PBEye was saddened to learn of the passing of our friend and pro bono champion, Tom Williamson, former President of the D.C. Bar. Throughout his 40-year career, Williamson was a staunch advocate for access to justice for all and civil rights. He eloquently reminded us that “[a]ccess to justice is my number one priority…I believe reverently that we have to continue to pay attention to meeting a higher standard of making access to justice a reality and not just an ideal for everyone in our community.” His passion was exemplified in 2007, when he received the Wiley A. Branton

It’s Pro Bono Podcast Monday

February 20, 2017

Have the day off and need some listening material? Tune in to the Law Firm Pro Bono Project’s podcast, the Pro Bono Happy Hour, and learn about exciting and meaningful developments in the world of law firm pro bono and access to justice. Don’t miss our most recent interview with Jerri Shick of O’Melveny & Myers*. Jerri talks to us about the firm’s pro bono program, her leadership of Bet Tzedek’s Holocaust Survivors’ Justice Network, providing pro bono assistance in Haiti to survivors of a catastrophic earthquake, and more. Subscribe to the Pro Bono Happy Hour in iTunes. Have you

Welcome to the Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge® Initiative

February 17, 2017

The Law Firm Pro Bono Project is pleased to announce a new signatory to the Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge® initiative. We are excited to welcome Willkie Farr & Gallagher*, whose attorneys and staff have shown a strong dedication to pro bono work by providing a wide range of legal services to those in need. Since 1993, the Challenge, an initiative of PBI’s Law Firm Project, has served as a guidepost to assist major law firms in increasing their commitment to pro bono legal services. The Challenge principles are designed to offer institutional support and maximize the efficacy of law firm pro bono

It’s Pro Bono Podcast Monday

February 13, 2017

“Cause I’m leavin’ on a jet plane, don’t know when I’ll be back again.” – John Denver Want to learn about the latest pro bono opportunities? Tune in to the Law Firm Pro Bono Project’s podcast, the Pro Bono Happy Hour, and learn about exciting and meaningful developments in the world of law firm pro bono and access to justice. Don’t miss our bonus episode, Up in the Air, with Ellyn Haikin Josef of Vinson & Elkins*†. Straight from the headlines, Ellyn talks to us about how a recent presidential executive order mobilized pro bono lawyers and inspired airport campouts

It’s Pro Bono Podcast Monday

February 6, 2017

Need some listening material as you hunker down for six more weeks of winter? Tune in to the Law Firm Pro Bono Project’s podcast, the Pro Bono Happy Hour, and learn about exciting and meaningful developments in the world of law firm pro bono and access to justice. Don’t miss our recent interview with Annie Mohan of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft†. Annie talks to us about her career, the firm’s pro bono program, the legal community’s response to the terrorist attacks of September 11, affinity networks and pro bono, and more. Subscribe to the Pro Bono Happy Hour in iTunes.

Author: Elysse DeRita