Bloomberg and Proskauer are sponsoring Equal Justice Works Fellow Clay Pierce, who will work at the American Civil Liberties Union Voting Rights Project. Clay, a recent graduate of Columbia Law School, will work to advance voting rights for people with
For Good
The Proskauer social responsibility and pro bono blog
For Good is a blog published by Proskauer Rose LLP that focuses on the firm's pro bono work and corporate social responsibility initiatives. It highlights legal efforts to support vulnerable populations, including families with disabled children, victims of domestic violence, and individuals facing mental health challenges. The blog covers landmark legal settlements, advocacy for reproductive rights, and community service projects such as providing veterinary care for pets of people experiencing homelessness. It showcases the firm's commitment to social justice through litigation, legal advice, and partnerships with nonprofit organizations, emphasizing the practical impact of legal services on individuals and communities.
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Proskauer Prevails at the Supreme Court
Last week, Proskauer prevailed at the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of our client, Stuart Harrow, in an appeal that determined that the statutory deadlines for appealing administrative decisions are not automatically jurisdictional and do not prevent claims challenging a…
Immigration Update: Violence and Poverty Continue to Fuel Border Surge
In the months since Proskauer hosted its immigration panel discussion in partnership with Sanctuary for Families this past January, the influx of migrants across the U.S. southern border has continued. So has the dire need for pro bono legal services…
Economic Empowerment for Women
By Wendy Dessy
Financial literacy and independence are important for everyone, but even more important for women given the gender wealth gap. According to Forbes, “in the U.S., women-headed families only have 55% of the median wealth as compared to families headed…
Proskauer Secures Settlement in Prisoner Rights Litigation
Since 2020, Proskauer has acted as pro bono legal counsel representing an inmate in the Illinois Department of Corrections (“IDOC”) in connection with his Eighth and Fourteenth Amendment claims in the District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Plaintiff…
Proskauer Honors Public Service at the 16th Annual Golden Gavel Awards
Last week, the Proskauer community gathered for the 16th Annual Golden Gavel Awards ceremony to celebrate and honor those lawyers and staff members who went far above and beyond to contribute to the Firm’s pro bono, corporate social responsibility and…
Proskauer Obtains Vacatur of Summary Judgment Entered Against Incarcerated Pro Bono Client
Proskauer recently prevailed at the Second Circuit on behalf of our incarcerated pro bono client, James Thomas, in an appeal that determined that Mr. Thomas was not provided adequate notice before the district court entered summary judgment against him. Proceeding pro…
The Real Price of Forced Prison Labor
The Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, adopted in 1865 at the conclusion of the Civil War, abolished slavery across the United States with one notable exception. According to the amendment, “neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a…
Immigration Update: Underlying Challenges at the Southern Border
Last week, Proskauer hosted a panel discussion focusing on the recent influx of migrants crossing the U.S. southern border and the urgent need for pro bono legal services. According to The New York Times, this past fiscal year nearly 2.5…
Proskauer Files Amicus Brief in Supreme Court in Support of Pregnant and Postpartum People in United States v. Rahimi
Proskauer and co-counsel Center for Reproductive Rights (“the Center”) submitted an amicus brief to the Supreme Court in United States v. Rahimi. The brief, filed on behalf of the Center in support of the United States, urged the Supreme Court…