In recognition of the National Celebration of Pro Bono (October 22-28, 2023), Lawyers for Good Government presented its 2023 inaugural slate of Pro Bono Awards to five of its exemplary partner law firms and companies.
Read more about L4GG & Kirkland’s partnership here.
First, L4GG presented its 2023 Pro Bono Paragon Award to Kirkland & Ellis, in gratitude for their unparalleled commitment and exemplary contributions to L4GG’s pro bono programs. L4GG’s Pro Bono Paragon Award is awarded each year to a law firm or corporate law department whose attorneys and leadership have demonstrated exceptional leadership and achievement to support L4GG’s mission. While many law firms collaborate with L4GG, Kirkland & Ellis has consistently showcased their dedication, acting as co-architects for a multitude of L4GG’s pro bono initiatives. Kirkland has been a leader in building programs such as L4GG’s COVID-19 Small Business Remote Legal Clinic, which provided critical legal assistance to 2,149 microbusinesses and nonprofits during the pandemic, and the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Pro Bono Project for Ukraine, a program designed to provide remote legal assistance to Ukrainian nationals in the U.S., created in the aftermath of the 2022 Russian invasion.
“From the very inception of our projects, Kirkland attorneys have been there beside us, turning ambitious visions into reality. Their unwavering collaborative spirit and genuine passion for the cause solidify Kirkland & Ellis as a true partner. Their monumental contributions have undeniably transformed countless lives and driven monumental human rights initiatives forward.”
L4GG also presented four 2023 Outstanding Pro Bono Partner Awards to Comcast, Goodwin Procter, Orrick, and Mayer Brown. Each of these partners has provided extraordinary contributions to L4GG's mission of mobilizing lawyers for equal justice and opportunity.
Read more about L4GG & Comcast’s partnership here.
Comcast: In recognition of the company’s support of L4GG’s TPS Pro Bono Project for Ukraine, Traci Feit Love says, "Comcast has been an exceptional collaborator and a true champion in our mission to mobilize pro bono legal support for equal justice. We are elated to recognize Comcast with this award, a testament to how instrumental their partnership has been in ensuring a safer future for many."
Read more about L4GG & Goodwin’s partnership here.
Goodwin Procter: In recognition of the firm’s support of L4GG’s programs, particularly the Reproductive Health Legal Assistance Project (RHLAP), Traci Feit Love says, “With the rapidly changing reproductive legal landscape, there's a significant need for reproductive health clinicians to have clear, up-to-date legal guidance on abortion laws. RHLAP has mobilized over 500 attorneys to provide essential this support, and Goodwin stood up, ready to meet the challenge.”
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Orrick: In recognition of the firm’s support of L4GG’s programs, particularly the Climate Change and Environmental Justice program, Traci Feit Love says, “Orrick's pro bono commitment has been instrumental in our mission to tackle climate change and to bring forth environmental justice. Their tenacity and expertise were critical in the development of a new report that is now helping states and communities understand how to distribute federal climate funds equitably."
Read more about L4GG & Mayer Brown’s partnership here.
Mayer Brown: In recognition of the firm’s support of L4GG’s programs, particularly the Lawyers for Racial Justice initiative, Traci Feit Love says, "What sets Mayer Brown apart is not just their legal prowess but their commitment to driving forward racial justice. Their dedicated efforts to highlight systemic imbalances, such as those faced by students of color, align directly with the broader call for true democracy. They are genuine collaborators who believe in the strength of collective action."