The Pro Bono Happy Hour Podcast includes a collection of lively conversations about pro bono news, infrastructure, and best practices featuring insightful and entertaining expert guests from the PBI Law Firm Pro Bono Project® Member firms, Law Firm Pro Bono Challenge® signatories, Corporate Pro Bono Challenge® signatories, and from other pro bono and access to justice champions and leaders.
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October 24, 2024
Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga has been a trailblazer in advancing access to justice in Brazil, dedicating its pro bono efforts to some of the most pressing social issues. Their work addresses racial discrimination, women’s rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and refugee protection, leaving a profound and lasting impact on both individuals and communities. In 2023 alone, the firm provided approximately 20,000 hours of free legal assistance, handled 270 cases, and engaged over 400 legal professionals. Their comprehensive pro bono practice spans individual case defense, support for civil society organizations, strategic litigation, and impactful partnerships with both national and international entities.
In this episode of the Pro Bono Happy Hour podcast, we’re joined by Flavia Regina Oliveira, Pro Bono Partner and Partner of Social Impact and Philanthropy, along with Caroline Sena, Litigation Associate in Mattos Filho’s 100% Pro Bono Practice Group. Listen to hear more about this inspiring work!
August 22, 2024
The St. Louis Pro Bono Partnership is a remarkable collaboration involving three key organizations, Citigroup Inc. (Citi), Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner*, and the local legal aid organization, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, that are focused on providing legal support to underserved communities. The partnership is a testament to the impact that can be achieved through collaboration. From elderly clients to domestic violence victims and micro-entrepreneurs, this decade-long initiative has made a significant difference in the community.
We spoke with Emily Elam, Head of Legal Strategic Priorities at Citi, for this Signatory Showcase podcast. Find out more about this exemplary collaboration.
