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American Oversight Sues Trump Administration for Records on Nearly $1 Billion in Pro Bono Legal Services from BigLaw
American Oversight filed suit against the U.S. Departments of Commerce and Justice (DOJ) for failing to release records related to the Trump administration’s sweeping arrangements with nine major law firms (Paul Weiss, Skadden, Willkie Farr, Milbank, Latham & Watkins, Simpson Thacher, Kirkland & Ellis, A&O Shearman, and Cadwalader) that collectively agreed to provide nearly $1 billion in free legal services directed by the Trump administration.
Winners of the 2025 LawWorks Pro Bono Awards announced
LawWorks is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 LawWorks Pro Bono Awards, kindly sponsored by LexisNexis and supported by the Law Society of England and Wales.
Pro bono work highlights terrible battle for basic healthcare for families of people with learning disabilities
Two reports by coroners issued days apart highlight the ongoing battle for families of people with learning disabilities to get them adequate and respectful medical treatment when they most need it. The two cases involving the death of Arron Battersby and Wendy Leibert were run by the firm's pro bono team following referrals from Mencap, which has long lobbied around the issues.
Legal aid made easier: Malaysian Bar’s new pro bono plan helps lawyers reach those who need justice most
The Bar Council’s Human Rights Committee has launched MyBar Pro Bono Hub, an initiative aimed at connecting law firms with civil society groups seeking legal assistance.
Hong Kong lawyers acting pro bono for major fire victims
The legal community in Hong Kong has acted fast to provide legal aid to the survivors of the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire in Tai Po. As of 3 December, the death toll has risen to 159 and the Hong Kong Police Force has arrested 15 people on suspicion of manslaughter.
How one pro bono case catapulted one lawyer to success outside of the courtroom
Jeffrey Lenkov's unpaid representation of Pete Rose did more than challenge Major League Baseball's ban on its all-time hits leader; it forged the philosophy behind Zelms Erlich Lenkov's rapid growth and his own shift into media, sports ownership and "must-see" cultural projects.
Pro bono by the numbers in Northeast Florida
With each passing year, the demand for pro bono legal services continues to grow. Many of you have risen to meet this challenge by volunteering at clinics, participating in community outreach events and taking on individual cases.