Serving as the Bar's charitable conduit for the funds, the Foundation uses the funds to benefit consumers and
pro bono programs.
For Bauer,
pro bono publico is more than a Latin expression meaning "for the public good." It is the opportunity to reach across communities and provide services and solutions to those who may otherwise remain unrepresented.
When did you decide to make
pro bono work such a priority in your career?
The data comes from annual reports on
pro bono service all Maryland attorneys are required to fill out under the Maryland Attorneys' Rules of Professional Conduct.
The organization provides a place for
pro bono attorneys to meet with clients as well as support staff as needed.
Pro bono assistance is also given to charities and not-for-profit organisations.
"
Pro bono at Williams Mullen begins and ends with Andy Nea," said firm partner Benjamin Pace.
Hobish spoke on behalf of the Founders Award recipients and shared the vision, challenges, and successes that shaped
Pro Bono Partnership's early years.
It is statistically impossible for a
pro bono service to meet the unmet legal need in this country.
To that end, the IADC is proud to announce the formation of a new Standing Committee: the Social Justice
Pro Bono Committee.