Pro Bono
Pro Bono
Paul, Weiss is committed to providing impactful pro bono legal assistance to individuals and organizations in need. Our program is all-encompassing, spanning the core issues facing our society.
Larry Wee to Speak on Harvard Law Panel on Protecting Civil Rights
- Events
- October 24, 2022
Corporate partner Larry Wee participated in a panel discussion, “Law Firm Pro Bono: Protecting Civil Rights,” as part of Harvard Law School’s Pro Bono Week 2022. Larry talked about his advocacy for victims of anti-Asian hate and how he is working to advance social change and community progress more broadly.
The event for Harvard Law students took place on October 27.
» read about the event in Harvard Law Today
Events & Publications
Steve Banks to Moderate Roundtable at NYS Office of Court Administration’s Access to Justice Law School Conference
- Mar 08, 2023
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Steve Banks to Moderate Roundtable at NYS Office of Court Administration’s Access to Justice Law School Conference
Pro bono special counsel Steve Banks will moderate the keynote roundtable discussion, “Cultivating Civil Legal Justice Leaders to Address the Structural Challenges of Poverty, Injustice and Inequality,” as part of the 2023 Access to…
Brad Karp Discusses the Importance of Collaboration and Innovation in LEADERS Magazine
- Jan 03, 2023
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Brad Karp Discusses the Importance of Collaboration and Innovation in LEADERS Magazine
LEADERS Magazine featured firm Chairman Brad Karp in the “Purpose” section of its January, February, March 2023 issue.
Explore the Paul, Weiss Pro Bono Program
- Dec 07, 2022
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Explore the Paul, Weiss Pro Bono Program
In our video, Pro Bono at Paul, Weiss, Paul, Weiss attorneys discuss the firm’s unwavering commitment to supporting the public interest and providing pro bono legal assistance to the most vulnerable members of our society, as well as…
Steve Banks Says Solutions to Homelessness Require More Housing and Mental Health Services in New York Times Article
- Dec 02, 2022
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Steve Banks Says Solutions to Homelessness Require More Housing and Mental Health Services in New York Times Article
Special counsel Steve Banks was quoted in The New York Times in a story on expert reactions to New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ newly announced plan to involuntarily hospitalize people deemed too mentally ill to care for themselves.
Karen Dunn Reflects on Her Landmark Trial Victories in Lawdragon Q&A
- Nov 15, 2022
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Karen Dunn Reflects on Her Landmark Trial Victories in Lawdragon Q&A
Litigation partner Karen Dunn was featured in a Lawdragon “Lawyer Limelights” Q&A highlighting her many trial accomplishments over the past decade.
Paul, Weiss Partners with the City Bar Justice Center and BNY Mellon for a Pro Se Discovery Clinic
- Nov 02, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Partners with the City Bar Justice Center and BNY Mellon for a Pro Se Discovery Clinic
On November 2, Paul, Weiss, alongside the City Bar Justice Center and BNY Mellon, hosted a legal clinic for 10 pro se litigants, i.e., litigants who are not represented by an attorney, who have cases pending in the Eastern District of …
David Brown (July 8, 1975 – October 15, 2022) Discusses Pro Bono Work on Exoneration
- Nov 03, 2022
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David Brown (July 8, 1975 – October 15, 2022) Discusses Pro Bono Work on Exoneration
A few months before his tragic passing, litigation partner Dave Brown discussed his pro bono advocacy on behalf of clients who have been convicted of crimes they did not commit.
Paul, Weiss Hosts Immigration Clinic With VOLS
- Oct 21, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Hosts Immigration Clinic With VOLS
On October 21, Paul, Weiss co-hosted a virtual clinic with Volunteers of Legal Service (VOLS), a non-profit legal service provider, to assist three immigrants in preparing naturalization applications to become U.S. citizens.
Larry Wee to Speak on Harvard Law Panel on Protecting Civil Rights
- Oct 27, 2022
- Events
Larry Wee to Speak on Harvard Law Panel on Protecting Civil Rights
Corporate partner Larry Wee participated in a panel discussion, “Law Firm Pro Bono: Protecting Civil Rights,” as part of Harvard Law School’s Pro Bono Week 2022.
Paul, Weiss and NYLAG Provide Legal Assistance in Crown Heights
- Oct 07, 2022
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Paul, Weiss and NYLAG Provide Legal Assistance in Crown Heights
Paul, Weiss collaborated with the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) on its Mobile Legal Help Center initiative in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The initiative promotes access to and trust in the justice system by bringing lawyers to…
Awards & Recognition
Brad Karp and Secretary Johnson Named to City & State 2023 “Law Power 100” List
- Mar 20, 2023
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Brad Karp and Secretary Johnson Named to City & State 2023 “Law Power 100” List
Firm Chairman Brad Karp and litigation partner Jeh Johnson were named to City & State’s 2023 “Law Power 100” list, which recognizes the most influential legal professionals in the world of New York politics and government.
Paul, Weiss Recognized as 2022 “Trials Group of the Year” by Law360
- Feb 01, 2023
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Paul, Weiss Recognized as 2022 “Trials Group of the Year” by Law360
Paul, Weiss was named a Law360 “Trials Group of the Year” for its many trial achievements in 2022.
Karen Dunn Named a 2023 “Leading Commercial Litigator” by the Daily Journal
- Jan 25, 2023
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Karen Dunn Named a 2023 “Leading Commercial Litigator” by the Daily Journal
Litigation partner Karen Dunn was recognized as a 2023 “Leading Commercial Litigator” by the Daily Journal.
Paul, Weiss Receives 2023 NYSBA Empire State Counsel Award for Pro Bono Service
- Jan 20, 2023
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Paul, Weiss Receives 2023 NYSBA Empire State Counsel Award for Pro Bono Service
Paul, Weiss was recognized by the New York State Bar Association as an “Empire State Counsel” honoree at NYSBA’s annual Justice for All awards ceremony on January 19.
Paul, Weiss Recognized by The American Lawyer for North Carolina Voter ID Win
- Dec 23, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Recognized by The American Lawyer for North Carolina Voter ID Win
Litigation partners Andrew Ehrlich and Jane O’Brien and partner-elect Paul Brachman were recognized by The American Lawyer’s “Litigation Daily” column on December 23 for successfully defending their landmark voter ID victory on…
Paul, Weiss Wins Best Provider Collaboration of the Year at Am Law Industry Awards
- Nov 11, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Wins Best Provider Collaboration of the Year at Am Law Industry Awards
Paul, Weiss was recognized, along with Kaplan Hecker & Fink and Cooley LLP, for “Best Provider Collaboration,” in the American Lawyer’s 2022 Industry Awards.
Paul, Weiss Honored as a “Pro Bono Innovator” by Bloomberg Law in Special Report
- Nov 02, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Honored as a “Pro Bono Innovator” by Bloomberg Law in Special Report
Bloomberg Law recognized Paul, Weiss as one of its inaugural “Pro Bono Innovators” for 2022.
Claudia Hammerman Named a 2022 “Litigation Trailblazer” by The National Law Journal
- Nov 02, 2022
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Claudia Hammerman Named a 2022 “Litigation Trailblazer” by The National Law Journal
Litigation partner Claudia Hammerman was recognized as a 2022 “Litigation Trailblazer” by The National Law Journal. The publication, which recognizes leading litigators moving the needle in the legal industry, highlighted Claudia’s…
Paul, Weiss Honored by Brooklyn Defenders for Family Defense Work
- Oct 06, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Honored by Brooklyn Defenders for Family Defense Work
Paul, Weiss was recognized for its commitment to family defense work and its long-term partnership with Brooklyn Defender Services at the Brooklyn Defenders’ 15th Anniversary Family Defense Benefit.
Jeannie Rhee Named a 2022 “South Trailblazer” by The American Lawyer
- Oct 03, 2022
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Jeannie Rhee Named a 2022 “South Trailblazer” by The American Lawyer
Litigation partner Jeannie Rhee was recognized as a 2022 “South Trailblazer” by The American Lawyer.