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The Art of Public Service: Pro Bono Assistance for Low-Income Artists

By Laura Peterson

April 15, 2021

In late March, Proskauer hosted a virtual clinic with Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (VLA) to provide legal consultations for low-income artists. VLA holds a special place in the hearts of Proskauer attorneys, especially given that Proskauer associates founded VLA in 1969. One of the artists that my team advised at the clinic is a young filmmaker who was navigating collaboration agreements for the first time. It was both enjoyable to speak with the client…

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A Seven-Year Journey from Asylum to U.S. Citizenship: Reflections on LGBTQ Immigrant Justice

By Erin Meyer

April 5, 2021

In 2014, I had the privilege of representing two extraordinary young asylum seekers who had fled from Macedonia, where, because they are a gay couple, they had suffered extreme homophobic violence and sexual abuse at the hands of civilians and police officers. In 2021, I had the honor of helping them become U.S. citizens. In reflecting on my clients’ seven-year journey to United States citizenship, I am reminded of how much has changed, but also…

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Learning and Re-Learning Our U.S. History with Isabel Wilkerson’s “Caste”

By Courtney Paul & Lucy C. Wolf

March 29, 2021

Have you read Caste? Partnership With Children featured the book’s author Isabel Wilkerson at the organization’s inaugural Women’s Leadership Breakfast on March 9. Proskauer was proud to be among the event underwriters, a collaboration made possible through the Firm’s corporate social responsibility program. As part of Proskauer’s Women’s History Month celebration, colleagues in the Proskauer Women’s Alliance and the Black Lawyers Affinity Group, among others from Proskauer, had the chance to attend this remarkable event…

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Patent Diversity Project: Addressing Racial and Gender Disparities in the U.S. Patent System

By Erin Meyer & Na Hye Kim

March 22, 2021

Recent studies show a great disparity in the number of U.S. patents issued to women and people of color. A 2020 report published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) found that, despite making up more than half of the U.S. population, women only represent 12.8% of United States inventor-patentees. The Institute for Women’s Policy Research reported in 2016 that less than 8% of issued patents named women as the primary inventor.…

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Affirming Identity: Legal Name Changes for Transgender Immigrants

By Erin Meyer, Alexander Volpicello & Brandon Shi

March 15, 2021

When navigating routine experiences such as applying for jobs, traveling, accessing healthcare, and interacting with government agencies, many of us are able to present our identification documents or write down our legal names without a second thought. But for transgender individuals navigating these same spaces, having to use a legal name that is inconsistent with their gender identity often translates into a heightened risk of discrimination, harassment, and violence. That such a fundamental part of…

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Proskauer Women’s Alliance Celebrates Women’s History Month in Partnership with Bottomless Closet

By Katrina McCann

March 10, 2021

In celebration of Women’s History Month and in collaboration with longtime Firm partnering organization Bottomless Closet, the Proskauer’s Women Alliance have teamed up with Bottomless Closet to present a series of empowering workshops to women in need throughout February, March and April 2021. Embodying the philosophy of women helping women, Bottomless Closet has a 20+ year history of serving disadvantaged New York City women, and has served more than 40,000 clients. The organization’s holistic approach…

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Proskauer Secures Asylum for Client Persecuted Based on Sexual Orientation

By Jordan Glassberg

March 3, 2021

On February 5, 2021, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) granted asylum to our client, a gay man who suffered horrific violence based on his sexual orientation. For their own homophobic reasons, the police in his country of origin refused to investigate the hate crimes that were committed against him. Fearing for his life, our client fled to the United States. Now that he has received asylum, he can live and work in…

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Proskauer Hosts Virtual DACA Legal Clinic

By William C. Silverman & Na Hye Kim

February 25, 2021

To grow up American in all ways but one – having proper documentation – is what it means to be a dreamer. Being undocumented renders one nearly incapable of functioning as a regular member of society. It means calling in sick during the day of a school field trip that asks you to bring a form of government ID. It means being unable to get a job to fund and pursue higher education. It means…

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Pro Bono Spotlight: Ameelio.org – Bridging Financial Barriers for Incarcerated Individuals Trying to Stay in Touch with Loved Ones

By Ayisha McHugh & Bryant D. Wright

February 16, 2021

Staying in touch with loved ones has become more important today than ever before. While technology offers many ways to stay in contact, incarcerated individuals face barriers to communication. Several prisons have paused in-person visitation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A phone call can cost up to $25, creating a financial burden for many families of the incarcerated. As the United States, which incarcerates more individuals than any other country, confronts the challenges of its…

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Proskauer Honors Public Service at the 13th Annual Golden Gavel Awards

By William C. Silverman, Wendy Dessy & Peter Wilson Jr.

February 10, 2021

Proskauer gathered for a firmwide virtual celebration, our 13th Annual Golden Gavel Awards ceremony on February 3, to honor those lawyers and staff members who went far above and beyond to contribute to the Firm’s pro bono, corporate social responsibility, and diversity & inclusion initiatives this year. This past year has been one of immense adversity and challenges. We thank and celebrate the following colleagues who rose to the occasion and made a difference for…

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The Proskauer corporate social responsibility and pro bono blog

Blog Authors

The Art of Public Service: Pro Bono Assistance for Low-Income Artists

A Seven-Year Journey from Asylum to U.S. Citizenship: Reflections on LGBTQ Immigrant Justice

Learning and Re-Learning Our U.S. History with Isabel Wilkerson’s “Caste”

Patent Diversity Project: Addressing Racial and Gender Disparities in the U.S. Patent System

Affirming Identity: Legal Name Changes for Transgender Immigrants

Proskauer Women’s Alliance Celebrates Women’s History Month in Partnership with Bottomless Closet

Proskauer Secures Asylum for Client Persecuted Based on Sexual Orientation

Proskauer Hosts Virtual DACA Legal Clinic

Pro Bono Spotlight: Ameelio.org – Bridging Financial Barriers for Incarcerated Individuals Trying to Stay in Touch with Loved Ones

Proskauer Honors Public Service at the 13th Annual Golden Gavel Awards

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