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, which highlights the firm’s commitment to providing free legal services to underserved communities. The report highlights significant pro bono efforts and accomplishments led by our attorneys.
The 2024 report draws focus to a variety of legal services, including counsel to survivors of human trafficking, an investigation for farmworkers subject to human smuggling and labor trafficking, and advocacy for the compassionate release of inmates serving life sentences for non-violent crimes. The report also covers our work representing journalists and utilizing employment law to support individuals facing discrimination due to criminal records, facial deformities, and disabilities.
No matter the size of the organization or effort, Vedder Price is committed to creating meaningful change through its pro bono initiatives.
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News & Events
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October 13, 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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