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.
Awards & Recognitions
Paul, Weiss and its lawyers are consistently recognized for their extensive pro bono efforts and accomplishments. Below are select awards and recognitions.
- Ranked among the top 10 firms nationally in The American Lawyer’s Pro Bono Scorecard (2021)
- Featured in Reuters’ “Pro Bono Heroes” column for the Sandy Hook settlement in the wrongful death class action against Remington Arms Co. (2021)
- Shortlisted for “Outstanding Firm for Pro Bono” in the Chambers Diversity & Inclusion Awards: North America (2021)
- Received NYSBA “Empire State Counsel Award” for pro bono service to vulnerable populations (2020, 2021)
- Shortlisted for “Innovation in Racial Justice” by the Financial Times Innovative Lawyers North America (2021)
- Recognized by New Yorkers Against Gun Violence for impactful transactional and corporate governance pro bono work (2021)
- Honored by The Legal Aid Society with the “Pro Bono Publico Award” for outstanding pro bono services provided by 32 Paul, Weiss attorneys (2021)
- Named to The National Law Journal’s “Pro Bono Hot List” (2019, 2020)
- Named one of the “Best Law Firms for Pro Bono” by Vault (2020)
- Chosen by Sanctuary for Families for the “Above and Beyond Pro Bono Achievement Award” for pro bono work on behalf of victims of gender-based violence (2020)
- Received Pro Bono Leadership Award from the ACLU of New Jersey (2019)
- Received Voices of Courage Award from Women’s Refugee Commission (2019)
Events & Publications
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 Speak on Harvard Law Panel on Protecting Civil Rights
- Oct 27, 2022
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Larry Wee 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…
Larry Wee to Present on Anti-Asian Hate Crimes at Training Session Hosted by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Hate Crimes Unit
- Oct 12, 2022
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Larry Wee to Present on Anti-Asian Hate Crimes at Training Session Hosted by the Manhattan District Attorney’s Hate Crimes Unit
Corporate partner Larry Wee will present on the challenges of working with victims of anti-Asian violence at a training session hosted by the Manhattan District Attorney Hate Crimes Unit for assistant district attorneys across NYC.
Karen Dunn Discusses Her Accomplishments as a Trial Lawyer in Benchmark Litigation Q&A
- Sep 30, 2022
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Karen Dunn Discusses Her Accomplishments as a Trial Lawyer in Benchmark Litigation Q&A
Benchmark Litigation interviewed litigation partner Karen Dunn in a Q&A highlighting her recent trial wins, including a pro bono victory on behalf of the plaintiffs in Sines v. Kessler, a historic victory against the white…
Larry Wee to Discuss Combatting Anti-Asian Hate at NYU School of Law’s U.S.-Asia Law Institute
- Sep 29, 2022
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Larry Wee to Discuss Combatting Anti-Asian Hate at NYU School of Law’s U.S.-Asia Law Institute
Corporate partner Lawrence Wee will participate in a U.S.-Asia Law Institute event at the NYU School of Law, “Combating Anti-Asian Hate.”
Awards & Recognition
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.
Brad Karp Named to City & State “Manhattan Power 100” List
- Aug 22, 2022
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Brad Karp Named to City & State “Manhattan Power 100” List
Firm Chairman Brad Karp was named to City & State’s 2022 “Manhattan Power 100” list.
Paul, Weiss Shortlisted in Six Categories for The American Lawyer’s Industry Awards 2022
- Aug 04, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Shortlisted in Six Categories for The American Lawyer’s Industry Awards 2022
Paul, Weiss is shortlisted in six categories for The American Lawyer’s 2022 Industry Awards.
Paul, Weiss Ranks in Top 10 in The American Lawyer’s 2022 “A-List”
- Jul 27, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Ranks in Top 10 in The American Lawyer’s 2022 “A-List”
Paul, Weiss was ranked sixth in The American Lawyer’s “A-List,” which highlights the most well-rounded members of the Am Law 200 based on revenue per lawyer, associate satisfaction, diversity, pro bono and the percentage of female…
Four Paul, Weiss Partners Named to Benchmark Litigation’s “40 and Under Hot List”
- Jul 26, 2022
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Four Paul, Weiss Partners Named to Benchmark Litigation’s “40 and Under Hot List”
Litigation partners Meredith Dearborn, Alexia Korberg, Jeffrey Recher and Brette Tannenbaum have been named to Benchmark Litigation’s 2022 “40 and Under Hot List.”
Paul, Weiss Recognized by The American Lawyer for Win in Criminal Pro Bono Appeal
- Jul 22, 2022
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Paul, Weiss Recognized by The American Lawyer for Win in Criminal Pro Bono Appeal
Litigation associate Katarina Broeksmit was recognized by The American Lawyer’s “Litigation Daily” column for her win in a criminal pro bono case.