Pro Bono & Community Service

Every day, Latham colleagues around the world take on an array of pro bono matters in nearly every area of public interest law, including providing free legal services and volunteer time to low-income individuals and families, underserved communities, nonprofits and charities, emerging entrepreneurs, and veterans.

Our efforts span the globe, involving all of our offices across the United States, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Pro bono is ingrained in our firm’s culture: Giving back is emblematic of who we are and reflects the values of our firm.

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Supporting Combat‑Wounded Veterans

Ruling makes it easier for those with service‑connected medical conditions to secure medical retirement benefits.

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Expanding Eye Health With Peek Vision

This nonprofit works to prevent avoidable vision loss around the world.

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Counseling Holocaust Survivors

Hear from one of our Holocaust Reparations clients about the impact of the firm’s work.

Commemorating Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley

Since 2018, our lawyers have worked to preserve the legacies of Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley.

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Advocating for People With Disabilities

Our lawyers counsel organizations to ensure fair treatment for people with disabilities.

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Helping Incarcerated Mothers

Our lawyers participate in a legal clinic at the largest women’s prison in the UK and Europe.

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Maximizing Our Impact

Latham believes in giving back through pro bono and community engagement around the world.

Saving the Life of a Capital Defendant

Litigators successfully conclude a complex, multi-year representation.

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Aiding Asylum Seekers in Belgium

Based in Brussels, the Legal Helpdesk connects asylum seekers to necessary services.

Robert M. Dell Prize for Extraordinary Pro Bono Service

Pro Bono Annual Review

A further glimpse into our pro bono efforts around the world.

Since 2000, Latham colleagues have provided more than five billion hours in free legal services to those who would otherwise be denied access to representation.

Commercial Client Collaborations: We partner with in-house legal departments on a variety of pro bono matters, from legal clinics to cross-border research projects.

Affinity Group Collaborations: Our firmwide affinity groups have spearheaded significant pro bono engagements.

Environmental Sustainability: We provide free legal services to an array of individuals and organizations acting to protect the environment.

Why I Do Pro Bono

Our lawyers from across the firm take on a wide variety of pro bono matters with a clear sense of purpose and motivation. In this video, hear about what drives their dedication.