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.
Paul, Weiss Obtains Dismissal of Pro Bono Defendant's Misdemeanor Charge
- Client News
- October 2, 2012
Practices
Paul, Weiss obtained a dismissal for a pro bono client in New York City Criminal Court. The court dismissed the pending misdemeanor charge for disorderly behavior and vacated the client's warrant of detainer. The client, an inmate in federal prison, is now eligible for educational, vocational, rehabilitation, and other treatment programs, and no longer has an uncertain release date.
Litigation associate Christopher Terranova appeared for the client. He was supervised by partner Michael Gertzman.
Events & Publications
Jeannie Rhee Featured in Washington Lawyers’ Committee “Partner Spotlight”
- May 22, 2023
- Publications
Jeannie Rhee Featured in Washington Lawyers’ Committee “Partner Spotlight”
The Washington Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights & Urban Affairs (WLC) has spotlighted litigation partner Jeannie Rhee for her public service and private practice achievements, and her pro bono dedication and leadership.
Steve Banks to Moderate Roundtable at NYS Office of Court Administration’s Access to Justice Law School Conference
- Mar 08, 2023
- Events
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
- Publications
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
- Videos
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
- Publications
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
- Publications
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
- Events
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
- Videos
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
- Events
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.
Paul, Weiss and NYLAG Provide Legal Assistance in Crown Heights
- Oct 07, 2022
- Events
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
Katherine Forrest Honored by Jewish Children’s Museum
- May 16, 2023
- Awards
Katherine Forrest Honored by Jewish Children’s Museum
Litigation partner Katherine Forrest was recognized with the Jewish Children’s Museum’s Ari Halberstam Memorial Award.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two 2023 Chambers USA D&I Awards
- Apr 20, 2023
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Two 2023 Chambers USA D&I Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in two categories in the 2023 Chambers USA D&I Awards, which recognize the achievements of law firms in the United States over the past 12 months.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five 2023 Chambers USA Awards
- Apr 20, 2023
- Awards
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted for Five 2023 Chambers USA Awards
Paul, Weiss has been shortlisted in five categories in the 2023 Chambers USA Awards, which recognize the achievements of law firms in the United States over the past 12 months.
Brad Karp and Secretary Johnson Named to City & State 2023 “Law Power 100” List
- Mar 20, 2023
- Awards
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
- Awards
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
- Awards
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
- Awards
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
- Awards
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
- Awards
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
- Awards
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.