Pro Bono & Public Service Vedder Community
An extraordinary need exists for provision of legal services to those unable to pay, and our lawyers are committed to fulfilling their professional obligation to provide pro bono legal services to the community.
Our Pro Bono Committee, led by co-chairs Michelle Olson and Patrick Spangler, oversees the Firm’s pro bono activities and works to develop relationships with pro bono agencies around the world.
We treat our pro bono clients with the same dedication and attention as our paying clients and the full resources of the Firm are available to serve their needs. Associates and paralegals may receive up to 100 hours of chargeable credit per calendar year for performing pro bono work. Shareholders will receive up to 75 hours of chargeable hours credit per calendar year for pro bono work.
Professionals
Pro Bono Report
Each year, Vedder Price releases the Annual Pro Bono Report, highlighting the firm’s commitment to providing free legal services to underserved communities. It details significant pro bono efforts and accomplishments led by our attorneys. The 2023 report features cases assisting asylum seekers, advocating for the compassionate release of inmates serving life sentences for non-violent crimes and seeking justice for farmworkers subjected to labor trafficking. The report also showcases support for veterans, educational nonprofits and small organizations facing legal challenges, emphasizing Vedder’s dedication to making a meaningful impact through its pro bono initiatives.
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News & Events
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October 13, 2022 | Press Release
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June 29, 2022 | Press Release
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August 17, 2020 | Press Release
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May 14, 2020 | Press Release
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February 14, 2020 | Press Release
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January 29, 2020 | Press Release
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December 4, 2019 | Press Release
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October 9, 2019 | Press Release
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June 5, 2019 | Press Release
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