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David Turetsky shares how, in the summer of 1981, he found himself at the U.S. Supreme Court as part of a team that halted the New York City primary elections to protect voting rights. Link to Episode 65: Lessons in Crisis Lawyering Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. legalterms@mbponline.orgIf you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcastToday's Legal Terms on In Legal Terms is / are: Pro Bono, Pro Se, and IndigentWe're talking with guests Sam H. Buchanan, Jr., Executive Director MS Center for Legal Services and Ben Thomas Cole II, Executive Director North MS Rural Legal Service about options for legal services for low-income Mississippians.How can you contact our guests? The website and phone number for our guest Sam H. Buchanan, Jr. is MS Center For Legal Services.org and that phone number is (800) 773-1737If you'd like to find more information about Ben Thomas Cole II,'s organization North MS Rural Legal Service the website and phone number are https://nmrls.com/ and the NMRLS Intake Call Center is 1-800-498-1804 Upcoming: 2026 the 60th anniversary of NMRLS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buchempfehlungen sind eine Unmöglichkeit und zu unterlassen! Es gibt 170 Millionen Buchtitel, aktuell, und jedes Jahr kommen 2,2 Millionen hinzu. Es gibt 8,3 Milliarden Menschen auf der Welt und jeder ist dem anderen fremd. Wie kann man da auf die Idee kommen, jemand könne jemandem anderen halbwegs kompetent sagen, was er als nächstes lesen solle? Jeder weiß das und alle ignorieren es.Spätkapitalistischen Wirtschaftsunternehmen verzeiht man das Generve noch, ihr einziger Existenzgrund ist, Dir S**t zu verkaufen. Literaturnewsletter und -podcasts sind da schon grenzwertiger, wie viel Sendungsbewusstsein ist zu viel Sendungsbewusstsein? Jedes. Immerhin ist das Abonnement freiwillig. Aber Freunde sollten es besser wissen. Und dennoch empfiehlt unser ehemaliger Rezensent für das Studio B, Heiko Schramm, mir unerschrocken immer wieder Bücher, die sicher hervorragend, nützlich und vergnüglich sind, wenn man, sagen wir, vorhat, einen mittelgroßen Karibikstaat geheimdienstlich zu unterwandern oder, sicher auch nützlich zu wissen, als Außenminister der Vereinigten Staaten 3-Letter-Word-Agencies gegeneinander ausspielen möchte. Kurz, ich bin begeistert, es wärmt mir das Herz, dass mir zugetraut wird, den Nahostfriedensprozess entscheidend voranzubringen, aber mir fehlt einfach die Zeit, mich in die oft kiloschweren Werke einzuarbeiten; der Mord an JFK bleibt vorerst ungeklärt.Entsprechend erfreut und reserviert war ich, als Mr. Schramm mir vor meiner Exkursion nach Japan zwei Bücher auf die Leseliste setzte, die ich bitte in Asien beginnen möge. Kein “vielleicht”, kein “wenn es passt”, es war eine Anweisung, der ich besser Folge leiste. Immerhin waren die Titel japanisch, die Autoren bekannt:“Shibumi” von Trevanian (Das Pseudonym von Rodney William Whitaker, einem Mid-Century Bestsellerautor)und“Satori” von Don Winslow, genau dem, der Untertitel lautet “A Novel based on Trevanian's Shibumi” - interessant.“Shibumi” fängt spektakulär an. Heftig überzeichnetes CIA-Personal - der Veteran, Zigarre im Mundwinkel; der intrigierende Chef mit seinem an seinen Rockzipfeln hängenden Assistent, jedes Wort mitschreibend - werten eine “Aktion” aus. Auf einem Flughafen in Rom gab es eine Schießerei und wir verstehen die Worte, aber nicht wirklich den Zusammenhang - Geheimdienste halt. Zunächst werden zwei Israelis erschossen, dann die Schützen, die Japaner sind (?) aber irgendwie für die PLO arbeiten und dann doch für die CIA und wiederum von derselben erledigt werden, inklusive zwei, drei italienischen Kindern und Opas. Krass. Was geht ab?!Unklar. Was nicht an der Beschreibung liegt. Die ist brillant, vorstellbar, actionorientiert und trotz des vielen Blutes irgendwie fast “leicht”. Wir sehen das ganze aus den Augen der beteiligten Agenten, die das wiederum auf einem richtigen Zelluloidfilm sehen, aufgenommen von CIA-Agenten speziell für das Debriefing. Das gibt uns einen ersten Hinweis auf die Ära, in der wir uns befinden. Da ich wie immer komplett ahnungslos ins Buch gegangen bin, ist für mich noch unklar, wann es geschrieben wurde. Der erste Hinweis sind die sehr “Achtziger”-Meinungen des Veteranen-Agenten hinsichtlich des ihm zugeteilten Wingman. Dieser ist der Sohn eines Palästinenserführers, er wird im gesamten Buch als “Ziegenhüter” beschrieben werden. Das geht heute natürlich nicht mehr. Nicht weil heutzutage Rassismus gecancelt ist, sondern weil ein solch offensichtlicher Sarkasmus heute nicht mehr funktioniert. Entgegen der allgemeinen Annahme ist die Ursache aber nicht, dass wir jetzt alle supersensibel sind oder gar woke, sondern weil spätestens seit 9/11 antimuslimischer Rassismus hoffähig geworden ist und als Reaktion darauf ein solcher Sarkasmus gekennzeichnet werden muss, in rot, plus Warnung auf dem Cover und Herausgabe des Buches an Deutsche Linke nur gegen Ausweis. Trevanian, als Meister der Ironie, ist dankbarerweise in 2005 gestorben und musste den ganzen Quatsch nicht mehr miterleben, wir, als Leserinnen eines Buches aus 1981, müssen uns erst wieder einarbeiten. Die Ironie ist nicht nur an der offensichtlich übertriebenen Wortwahl zu erkennen, Trevanian legt seinem weltgewandten und weit rumgekommenen Haupthelden starke Thesen zu allen möglichen internationalen Akteuren in den Mund, jeder bekommt sein Fett weg.Bis der Japanschwerpunkt, wegen dessem mir das Buch ins Handgepäck beordert wurde, ins Spiel kommt, vergehen ein paar Seiten und zwar bis unser Protagonist, Mr. Hel (ein L) eingeführt wird. Das traf sich, kam doch auch ich erst recht spät in Japan zum Lesen und so koinzidierte die Jugend von Mr. Hel, als Sohn einer Russin und eines Deutschen, aufwachsend im Japan der späten 2. Weltkriegsjahre (mit den bekannten verheerenden Auswirkungen) mit meiner Reise durch die Stätten ebendieser Geschichte, kulminierend mit einem Besuch des Friedensmuseums in Hiroshima just zu dem Zeitpunkt, als im Buch die erste Liebe von Mr. Hel dahin zu ihren Eltern zurückkehrt, Anfang August 1945. Das wirkt.Beschrieben wird im Roman, seltsam schwebend zwischen Action und Betrachtung, die Suche eines weißen, kulturellen Japaners nach Shibumi. Shibumi ist eines dieser klassischen unübersetzbaren japanischen Worte, die darauf hinauslaufen, dass Du am Ende vor deinem Steingarten im Regen sitzt und meditierst.Bis er diesen Zustand findet, muss Nicolai Hel irgendwie Geld verdienen und, ausgebildet in exotischen Kampfkünsten, dem Brettspiel Go und gesegnet mit einer (minderen) Superpower, beschließt er, Terroristen zu jagen. Das macht er gegen Geld, aber, wenn es ihm in die Moral passt, auch Pro Bono. Dass er dabei einer erklecklichen Zahl von Akteuren auf die Füße tritt, kommt mit dem Terrain und, wie er selbst bemerkt, hat er eine Menge negatives Karma angehäuft. Zum Killen braucht es neben Geschick auch Glück und das hält nicht ewig, weshalb Nico mit fünfzig im Ruhestand ist und ein altes Schloss im Baskenland renovierend um einen japanischen Garten erweitert, was man so macht, als Auftragsmörder a.D. Aber natürlich ist das nicht das Ende des Romans, womit die Spoiler enden.Das alles ist genauso leicht geschrieben wie hier rezensiert, hier wird nicht viel ernst genommen und die Story eher zum Anlass, das ganze Geheimdienstgewerbe samt ihrer staatlichen Auftraggeber zu kommentieren, auszulachen, zu kritisieren und dass da niemand lebend rauskommt, dafür ist Rodney William Whitaker aka Trevanian bekannt. Man amüsiert sich köstlich, es erinnert, nicht nur wegen der epikuräischen Einschübe, an Simmels “Es muss nicht immer Kaviar sein” und im Stil ein bisschen an die “Neal Carey”-Serie von Don Winslow, die, na was für ein Zufall, zur selben Zeit rauskam. Deren Markenzeichen waren eingeschobene dutzendseitenlange Essays zu eher obskuren Themen (Chinesische Geschichte, Punks in London). Das macht Trevanian auch gern, hier in “Shibumi” ist es das Höhlenklettern, im Englischen so schön “Spelunking” genannt, dass bis zum letzten Seilknoten beschrieben wird. Trevanian schafft es dann gerade noch, den Essay zum Thema mit einem späten Plotpoint sinnvoll zu machen, aber selbst ohne dieses Kunststück ist dieser Stil ein sehr angenehmer Throwback in eine Zeit vor den formalistischen Serientrillern des industriellen Whodunnitzeitalters: alle Bücher 360 Seiten lang und genau bei 180 Seiten muss der Midpoint, die entscheidende Wendung, passiert sein. In “Shibumi” philosophiert der Autor zu dem Zeitpunkt noch gelassen über die Herkunft der Baskischen Sprache und wir freuen uns über die Unberechenbarkeit der Be- und Entschleunigung. Es ist alles ein bisschen japanisch. Ach né.Gleichzeitig ist es ein interessanter Blick in das Mindset der Achtzigerjahre und abgesehen von der nicht vorhandenen Scheu, Araber, Briten, Amis und alle anderen Drumrum ein bisschen aufs Klischéeis zu führen, ist es durchaus frappierend, wie viele der Aussagen zum Zustand der Politik hellseherisch wirken, bis man merkt, dass man das verkehrtherum sieht - ja, die Politik war schon immer korrupt, lange bevor Techbros dem Präsidenten einen Goldenen Ballsaal bauten, weil der so gut nach ihrer Pfeife tanzen kann.Ich sag: “Danke, Heiko, Top Treffer, Spitzenbuch!” und somit auch Nichtjapanreisenden empfohlen.Das sah um 2011 herum auch der große Don Winslow so. Irgendwann zwischen den brillanten beiden “Savages” Büchern (damals besprochen von Irmgard Lumpini) meinte old Don noch ein Buch einschieben zu müssen, das man heute gemeinhin als Fanfic definiert. Er schreibt in “Satori” die Geschichte von Nicholai Hel weiter, oder genauer, er füllt die Lücken in der Biografie, wie wir sie in “Shibumi” lasen. Und das macht zunächst durchaus Sinn, der Autor des Originals ist lange tot und die erfundene Figur damit verdammt zu einem einzigen Auftritt, was liegt näher als ihm einen weiteren zu geben, und warum nicht von Don Winslow, der, siehe oben, seine schriftstellerische Karriere in ähnlichem Stil begann.Leider/zum Glück, je nach Perspektive, hat sich Don Winslow stilistisch weiterentwickelt. Dramaturgisch sind seine Romane deutlich komplexer aber auch zielstrebiger geworden - etwas, was man von “Shibumi” nicht wirklich behaupten kann. Entsprechend groß ist der Bruch, wenn man “Satori” direkt im Anschluss liest. Wo Trevanian sich Zeit nimmt für einen Ausflug in Kommentare zur Weltpolitik oder die gefährliche Welt des Spelunking, füllt Don Winslow die Lücken im Lebenslauf des Nicolai Hel auf und es ist, sorry, “Malen nach Zahlen”. Wo Trevanian uns in Hel's Lebensgeschichte mit albernem Nonsens unterhält, zum Beispiel der Story, wie Hel zum “Lover der Stufe IV” wurde, inklusive der Beschreibung, was Stufe I bis III sind und wie man diese Skills als Waffe einsetzen kann - und ich muss nicht erklären, dass das alles lustiger Blödsinn ist - langweilt uns Don Winslow mit einer peinlichen Sexszene, die wohl in die Vita von Nico Hel passt, aber leider komplett das Sujet des Originalromans “intelligente Spionagekomödie” verfehlt. Das liegt natürlich daran, dass Don Winslow seit der Neal Carey Reihe ein brillanter Schriftsteller und Storyteller geworden ist, dabei aber an Humor eingebüßt hat. In seinen Spätwerken fallen mir ein paar Szenen mit Sean Callan und Stevie O'Leary, den Teenager-Gangstern aus Hell's Kitchen in “Tage der Toten” ein, die ein bisschen Slapstick machten, bis alles in ernsthaft blutigen Massakern versank und damit war Schluss mit Lustig.Genauso geht Don Winslow auch an “Shibumi” heran und das ist dann halt ziemlich langweilig, Fanfic halt, und ich bin nach einem Viertel im Buch ernsthaft gelangweilt und kann das alles nicht empfehlen.Dafür, wie gesagt, umso mehr Trevanians Original “Shibumi”, denn was wäre die Welt ohne Buchempfehlungen?! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lobundverriss.substack.com

Send us a textIt's beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in Houston, and in this episode it's beginning to look a lot like divorce -- along with other family law topics. This episode brings advice for family lawyers and pro bono attorneys who find themselves working on a family law case, and it also may serve as a resource for self-represented litigants in family court.  Segment One:  Best Practices in Family Court for Family Lawyers, Pro Bono Attorneys, and Self-Represented LitigantsJudge Gloria E. López (308th Family District Court), Judge Germaine Tanner (311th Family District Court), and Judge Janice Berg (247th Family District Court), provide practice tips based on their combined 18 years of experience as judges in Harris County Family Courts. They discuss best practices for family lawyers, pro bono lawyers who have a family law case, and self-represented litigants who have cases in family law court. Segment Two: Protective Orders 101Maisha Colter, Chief Executive Officer of AVDA-Texas, talks about how to obtain a domestic violence protective order, provides statutory updates related to obtaining these orders, and addresses issues pro bono or self-represented litigants should be aware of if they end up with a case that may involve domestic violence issues. Importantly, if you are experiencing domestic violence, help is available - call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233).   Service Spotlight: Finding Time to Have a Heart and Raise AwarenessKelly LaPar (Senior Counsel for NRG Energy, Inc. in Operation and Generation) and Dr. Damian LaPar (Chief of Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery, Executive Co-Director of the UTHealth Houston Children's Heart Institute, and Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at McGovern Medical School) are co-chairing the American Heart Association - Houston Chapter's Houston Heart Ball this February. They address the importance of giving back and how to find the time to do that, and they provide some tips (and potential New Year's resolutions) for cardiovascular wellness. It is a timely and important topic for Houston lawyers. Segment Three: When Practice Areas Intersect: Immigration and Family LawBehind-the-Lines interviewer Rinku Ray talks with Ana Maria Schwartz (Principal of Schwartz Immigration Law, PLLC) about the ways immigration law and family law intersect and provides important insight into immigration issues family lawyers may need to be aware of. This is a very interesting interview that should be of interest to all lawyers. Segment Four: The Nuts & Bolts of Guardianship Cases, A Rewarding Pro Bono ExperienceNew Behind-the-Lines interviewer Jennifer Smith talks with Gerald Kimani (Gibson Dunn) about his extensive pro bono work on guardianship cases. Kimani discusses the substantive details about filing guardianship applications as well as the benefits of this important pro bono service, and he also briefly addresses helping obtain expunction orders on a pro bono basis. For full speaker bios, visit The Houston Lawyer (hba.org/thehoustonlawyer). To read The Houston Lawyer magazine, visit The Houston Lawyer_home. For more information about the Houston Bar Association, visit Houston Bar Association (hba.org).*The views expressed in this episode do not necessarily reflect the views of The Houston Lawyer Editorial Board or the Houston Bar Association.

Pro bono lawyers are often called upon to calmly and competently help clients experiencing crises. But what if the crisis — a natural disaster, a pandemic, an unprecedented challenge at the polls — impacts the lawyer as well? In this episode, Alicia Aiken speaks with Ray Brescia, Associate Dean for Research and Intellectual Life and Hon. Harold R. Tyler Chair in Law and Technology, Albany Law School, and David Turetsky, Professor of Practice Emeritus, University of Albany, about how lawyers can plan ahead to meet the moment for pro bono clients. Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Paralegal offering pro bono services to first-time offenders arrested for stealing groceries, Good or Bad, Jeramy J. Silverstein chats with Alex Pierson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tudi letos bodo nekateri odvetniki v Sloveniji ponudili t. i. PRO BONO oziroma brezplačno pravno pomoč, in to ta petek, 19. decembra. Odvetniki še vedno zbirajo prijave za svetovanje, njihov seznam je objavljen na spletni strani Odvetniške zbornice Slovenije. Dva od njih sta bila gosta Radijske tribune, za pravni nasvet pa sta bila na voljo tudi poslušalcem.

In this open discussion episode, host Kendall Hotchkiss leads a candid conversation about navigating challenging client relationships on pro bono projects!This episode covers:Pro bono work requires boundaries too: Even volunteer projects need contracts, timelines, and scope definitions to prevent scope creep and maintain professional relationshipsThe contract as your bouncer: Setting up agreements after a project starts is still valuable - frame it as helping everyone get organized rather than creating frictionDesign by committee challenges: When working with clients who have some technical knowledge but lack expertise, lead with questions about their goals rather than telling them what's wrongTime as leverage: When there's no payment involved, your availability and timeline become your primary negotiating tools for maintaining boundariesThe 50% rule for resistance: If clients consistently push back on expert recommendations, especially on accessibility standards, you may need to accept their limitations and focus energy elsewhereWalking away professionally: Always have a referral ready and offer project files when exiting a difficult engagement - how you leave matters as much as how you startClient communication strategies: Mirror client language back to them, keep emails brief with links to detailed notes, and break feedback into specific review rounds to manage expectationsUpcoming Events:Next week's guest: Haley Akins from Motion Hatch!Garlic Phone Game Night: December 3rdOpen call for volunteers: Monday Meeting is seeking hosts and behind-the-scenes help for 2026Visit MondayMeeting.org for this episode and other conversations from the motion design community!SHOW NOTES:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Monday Meeting Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MondayMeeting Newsletter⁠

In this episode of Great Women in Compliance, co-hosts Lisa Fine and Hemma Lomax get a special preview of the 42nd Annual ACI Conference on the FCPA and Global Anti-Corruption. They are joined by two of the conference's distinguished speakers: Sandra Moser, Partner at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius and former Chief of the DOJ's Fraud Section, and Kimberly Parker, Partner and Co-Chair of the White-Collar Defense & Investigations practice at WilmerHale. Sandra and Kimberly share their personal journeys into the white-collar and compliance space, discuss why this conference is a "must-attend" event in the anti-corruption world, and dive deep into their upcoming session topics. Kimberly explores how companies are re-evaluating resource allocation as global priorities evolve, while Sandra tackles the critical compliance challenges of operating in China amid geopolitical tensions. This episode is a must-listen for practical insights on shifting DOJ expectations, the future of compliance, and tips for any first-time attendees  Highlights include: * Sandra and Kimberly's Journeys to Compliance * Spotlight on the ACI FCPA Conference: * Evolving Priorities & Resource Allocation * Navigating Compliance in China * The Future of Compliance Resources:   ACI's 42nd Annual Conference on the FCPA and Global Anti-Corruption (December, Washington, DC - https://www.americanconference.com/fcpa-dc/ * Morgan, Lewis & Bockius: https://www.morganlewis.com/bios/sandramoser * WilmerHale: https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/people/kimberly-parker Biographies Sandra Moser is a corporate investigations authority and trial lawyer who co-leads the firm's global white collar and investigations practice. She is former chief of the US Department of Justice's (DOJ's) Criminal Division, Fraud Section in Washington, DC, and a former Assistant US Attorney (AUSA) for the District of New Jersey. She defends companies, boards, and executives in a wide range of matters—including healthcare and federal program fraud, the False Claims Act (FCA), the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), securities, commodities, and anti-money laundering—involving the DOJ, state attorneys general offices, US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), US Congress, and other domestic and international enforcement agencies. Kimberly A. Parker's practice focuses on white-collar criminal matters, internal corporate investigations, and compliance counseling. Ms. Parker is vice chair of the firm's Litigation/Controversy Department, co-chair of the White Collar Defense and Investigations Practice, and co-leads the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and Anti-Corruption Practice. Ms. Parker is also co-chair of the firm's Pro Bono and Community Service Committee. Ms. Parker represents clients in a range of criminal and enforcement matters and also provides compliance and governance advice. She has conducted internal investigations in the United States, Asia, Africa, Europe, and Latin America. She has represented companies and individuals in a variety of FCPA enforcement matters. She also regularly counsels clients facing difficult FCPA issues in a variety of business contexts, and assists clients in developing and implementing FCPA compliance programs and conducting FCPA training. She is a regular speaker at FCPA events.

Thousands of Washington, D.C. area kids with disabilities rely on buses for transportation to the schools that can serve their educational needs — some of which are very far from their homes. But for years, the DC school bus system has been failing these students, with buses that arrive late, or not at all, or with safety concerns, all of which impacts their access to education. In this episode, hear from a local parent about her experience with this dysfunctional system — and how a pro bono team including Kathy Zeisel of the Children's Law Center, Shira Wakschlag of The Arc, Kaitlin Banner of the Washington Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights and Urban Affairs, and Christopher Shoemaker of McDermott Will & Schulte have brought a major federal class action seeking to remedy these issues systemwide. Want to hear about new Pursuing Justice releases? Subscribe to our monthly pro bono emails Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

In this episode of BarBuzz, TBA staff celebrates Pro Bono Month in Tennessee by highlighting the attorneys and organizations keeping the spirit of service alive year-round. The episode features Cristina Arce de Bagaglio of the Community Legal Center, Michele Johnson of the Tennessee Justice Center and Nicole Grida of Memphis Area Legal Services. They share stories from the front lines of providing access to justice — from helping families stay housed to tackling food insecurity — and offer practical ways lawyers across the state can make a difference through pro bono work. Community Legal Center Tennessee Justice Center Memphis Area Legal Services TBA Celebrate Pro Bono Month Thanks to our episode sponsor AIM! Check out what all AIM offers here.  

En este episodio, Lila Gasca, directora de Probono y RSE en Hogan Lovells y copresidenta de GAIL Latinoamérica (Global Alliance of Impact Lawyers), nos presenta la revolucionaria Ley de Empresas de Beneficio e Interés Común (BIC) que se acaba de presentar en el Senado mexicano en un esfuerzo de varios colectivos sociales.En este episodio descubrirás:Qué son las empresas BIC, por qué México necesita esta ley y la recepción que tuvo en el Senado.Cómo este reconocimiento legal puede impulsar la inversión de impacto y transformar la economía.El papel crucial de los abogados y de todas las profesiones en la construcción de un mundo más justo y sostenible.La poderosa red global que está detrás de este movimiento.Lila nos comparte su visión de construir un ecosistema donde el éxito empresarial se mida por su impacto positivo. ¡No te lo pierdas!Descubre todas nuestras entrevistas y reportajes suscribiéndote a nuestro canal. Opina qué te pareció el episodio en los comentarios y no te olvides de dejarnos tantas estrellas como creas que merecemos, nos ayudarás mucho a seguir contando historias sobre RSE y Sostenibilidad. Te dejamos nuestra web: valor-compartido.com

In this episode, Pro Bono Committee Member Lavanga Wijekoon speaks with fellow Pro Bono Committee Member Dave Haase, Paralegal Bahar Azari, and Attorney Practice Coordinator Una Pavlovic about their experience partnering with the National Immigrant Justice Center to host a pro bono clinic for migrant families seeking asylum in the U.S. The team shares stories of working with individuals from around the world, the challenges of preparing asylum applications, and the personal impact of helping those fleeing persecution and hardship. Their reflections highlight the importance of teamwork and the deep connections formed through pro bono service. As part of the annual National Celebration of Pro Bono hosted by the American Bar Association, Littler is proud to highlight the outstanding pro bono efforts of our attorneys and professional staff. Through dedicated service to organizations in their communities, our firm continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to making a meaningful difference. https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/podcast/pro-bono-week-podcast-helping-migrant-families-littlers-attorneys-and-staff

Pro Bono Committee Members Brandon Mita and Steve Biddle speak with Associates Sarah Boxer and Lillian Manning about their experiences tackling the justice gap – the difference between the civil legal needs of low-income Americans and the resources available to meet those needs. Sarah and Lillian share how they partner with local legal aid organizations to provide vital services, from helping unaccompanied minors and survivors of domestic violence to supporting small businesses and nonprofits. The conversation offers practical advice for attorneys looking to get involved. As part of the annual National Celebration of Pro Bono hosted by the American Bar Association, Littler is proud to highlight the outstanding pro bono efforts of our attorneys and professional staff. Through dedicated service to organizations in their communities, our firm continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to making a meaningful difference. https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/podcast/pro-bono-week-podcast-bridging-justice-gap

Associate Kim Rivera joins Pro Bono Committee Member Dave Haase to share the story of a high-stakes pro bono case involving an international custody dispute under the Hague Convention. After an initial loss at trial, Kim's advocacy led to a successful appeal, allowing her client's children to remain safely in the U.S. The episode highlights the impact of pro bono work and the importance of legal representation for those in need. As part of the annual National Celebration of Pro Bono hosted by the American Bar Association, Littler is proud to highlight the outstanding pro bono efforts of our attorneys and professional staff. Through dedicated service to organizations in their communities, our firm continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to making a meaningful difference. https://www.littler.com/news-analysis/podcast/pro-bono-week-podcast-advocacy-across-borders-hague-convention-success-story

Thomas Perry was one fantastic crime fiction writer. This tribute revisits three interviews about his final novels before his death on Sept. 15, 2025 at age 78.

¿Puede un abogado cambiar el mundo? La respuesta es sí. Y nuestra invitada lo demuestra todos los días. En este nuevo episodio de Efecto Disruptivo, Juan del Cerro nos invita a descubrir una cara poco conocida pero esencial del ecosistema de impacto: la abogacía con propósito. Hablamos con Lila Gasca, directora del área Pro Bono en Hogan Lovells y líder de la Alianza Global de Abogados de Impacto (GAIL), quien nos comparte cómo el derecho puede ser una herramienta activa para construir una sociedad más justa, sostenible y responsable. A lo largo del episodio, Lila nos cuenta cómo pasó de una práctica legal tradicional a impulsar causas sociales, medioambientales y de gobernanza, convencida de que el derecho no solo debe regular, sino también transformar. Nos explica cómo los abogados pueden acompañar a empresas con propósito y organizaciones sociales para constituirse, levantar capital, proteger su misión y, sobre todo, mantenerse fieles a su impacto. Además, profundizamos en uno de los proyectos más esperanzadores del momento: la Ley BIC (Beneficio e Interés Colectivo), una iniciativa que busca reconocer legalmente en México a las empresas que generan valor económico, social y ambiental por igual. Una ley que podría cambiar la forma en que entendemos el emprendimiento en nuestro país, dándole una identidad jurídica a quienes deciden hacer negocios con propósito. También exploramos el próximo gran encuentro internacional de GAIL, la Cumbre de Abogados por el Impacto, que se celebrará del 13 al 15 de octubre en la Universidad Iberoamericana. Un espacio donde juristas, emprendedores, académicos y líderes globales se reunirán para repensar el papel de las profesiones en la construcción de un futuro más sostenible. Desde historias inspiradoras hasta reflexiones profundas sobre el poder del derecho, este episodio nos recuerda que no hay cambio posible sin leyes que lo respalden. Y que detrás de cada empresa de impacto, hay también mentes legales que están cambiando las reglas del juego.

Incarcerated survivors of domestic violence and trafficking are finding hope and justice through the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act (DVSJA) — with help from pro bono attorneys. Hear a conversation with Dara Sheinfeld and Denis McInerney of Davis Polk, who have been working on the front lines of re-sentencing efforts in collaboration with pro bono clients, legal aid organizations, and prosecutors. Want to hear about new Pursuing Justice releases? Subscribe to our monthly pro bono emails Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

As passionate advocates for pro bono work, Erin Farrell (Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP) and Scott Wilkov (Tucker Ellis LLP) are truly lawyers who lead. In this episode, IADC Speaks Host Rebecca Weinstein Bacon (Bartlit Beck LLP) speaks with Erin and Scott. Erin shares her experience as chair of the firm's pro bono program spearheading efforts in Canada and Scott talks about his commitment to providing services to disabled veterans. Together they illustrate the power of giving back. Whether you are looking to implement a program in your own firm or seeking inspiration for how to incorporate this type of work into your professional life, this episode is for you. They give concrete suggestions on finding pro bono opportunities and fitting them into a busy life and practice.

Dean's Chat hosts, Drs. Jensen and Richey welcome Dr. Brian Derner to the podcast! Brian Derner, DPM, is a board-certified podiatric surgeon with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro, specializing in advanced foot and ankle surgery—including total ankle replacement, flatfoot reconstruction, Charcot deformity corrections, and Lapiplasty bunion repair.  He completed his podiatric medical training (DPM) and a three-year surgical residency at Kaiser Permanente Northern California, followed by a reconstructive foot and ankle fellowship at The CORE Institute, further honing his expertise in complex reconstructive procedures.  Beyond his surgical practice, Dr. Derner volunteers with Bones Pro Bono, delivering pro bono foot and ankle surgeries to underserved communities in Vietnam and Kenya. Join us for a fabulous discussion with a young leader in podiatric medicine and surgery!

Send us a textWhen Taylor Barlow decided to take on a pro bono asylum case, he never imagined it would become the most emotionally significant work of his legal career. His client's story reads like a political thriller – a peaceful activist from Togo who organized an 800,000-person march against a dictatorial regime, only to face years of brutal retaliation including kidnappings, beatings, and torture.After military police broke into his home, beating him and his young son unconscious, this father of two made the heartbreaking choice to leave his family behind and flee for his life. What followed was a harrowing two-month journey through South and Central America, including the notoriously deadly Darién Gap jungle crossing, where "one in three migrants die." Twice kidnapped in Mexico before finally reaching the U.S. border, he was immediately detained and placed in removal proceedings.This episode takes listeners deep into the complex, often misunderstood asylum process. We witness Barlow's fight against nearly impossible odds – a 90-minute hearing (reduced from four hours) to present a decade of persecution, technical legal barriers because his client crossed without an appointment, and the gut-wrenching realization that even proving all elements of asylum might not be enough as "asylum is completely discretionary."The emotional climax comes when Barlow's rarely successful motion for reconsideration is granted, securing his client's freedom and future. Beyond the legal victory, we glimpse the profound human impact as this new asylee sends his attorney a poignant photo of himself standing beneath an American flag on July 4th – a man who nearly died for the freedom to protest now finding refuge in a nation founded on that very principle.What makes this story so compelling is how it puts a human face on asylum policy while showcasing the life-changing impact of pro bono legal work. As Barlow reflects, "This mattered to this guy and it mattered to his wife and to his little kids... I saw myself and I saw my kids in him and his kids."Have you ever wondered what rights we take for granted? Listen now and consider what price others pay for freedoms we exercise daily without a second thought.

On today's show, we hear how The Congress for the New Urbanism is accepting proposals for free design and planning help in northwest Arkansas, regardless of population count. Also, the life of Arkansas blues musician Cedell Davis. Plus, a new edition of Sound Perimeter.

Host: Daniella Shively Guest: Amanda Shepard Air date: Aug 11, 2025

DLA Piper's Bob Alessi thought something was amiss when he was asked to review the forensic and scientific material in the initial mistrial of Karen Read, a Massachusetts woman accused of killing a police officer. He then used his background in STEM subjects, a semi-photographic memory and a dogged attention to social media to pick apart the state's case, resulting in an acquittal on her most serious charges.

Send us a textCybersecurity expert Grant McCracken shares his mission to make digital protection accessible and affordable for small businesses that often lack resources to defend themselves against growing threats. • Small businesses face devastating cyber threats that rarely make headlines, unlike major data breaches affecting millions• After 13 years in cybersecurity, Grant founded Dark Horse to democratize access to affordable protection• 68% of breaches start at the human layer through social engineering, weak passwords, and careless information sharing• Businesses should prioritize improving human awareness, using password managers, and implementing multi-factor authentication• Organizations need clear visibility of their digital assets to effectively prioritize security efforts• "Hack yourself first" through penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors exploit them• The NIST Cybersecurity Framework provides free, structured guidance for organizations to assess their security needs• AI creates both opportunities and challenges in cybersecurity, accelerating capabilities for both defenders and attackers• As digital and physical worlds merge through payment systems and IoT devices, robust cybersecurity becomes an essential business functionVisit darkhorse.sh to learn more about affordable cybersecurity solutions for your business.Follow Grant McCracken atLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/grantmccracken/Support the showFollow your host atYouTube and Rumble for video contenthttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUxk1oJBVw-IAZTqChH70aghttps://rumble.com/c/c-4236474Facebook to receive updateshttps://www.facebook.com/EliasEllusion/Twitter (yes, I refuse to call it X)https://x.com/politicallyht LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/

This week, we have an update in the case of Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan.Texas Governor Abbott is threatening to fine, arrest, and remove house Democrats who have fled the state to protest the new maps Republicans are trying to draw.Jeffrey Clark has been recommended for disbarment. An old law suit brought by Devin Nunes has been thrown out.And we are joined by the founder of Lawyers for Good Government to talk about their latest initiative.Pro Bono Litigation Corps — Lawyers for Good Governmenthttp://whistlebloweraid.org/beansThank you, Mint Mobile.Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at  MINTMOBILE.com/CLEANUP  Allison Gillhttps://muellershewrote.substack.com/https://bsky.app/profile/muellershewrote.comHarry DunnHarry Dunn | Substack@libradunn1.bsky.social on BlueskyWant to support this podcast and get it ad-free and early?Go to: https://www.patreon.com/aisle45podTell us about yourself and what you like about the show - http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=short

Watch the full coverage of the live stream on ‪@TheEmilyDBaker‬ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/live/fjBRC1EgNL8?si=FHARvyhjby51vnFM We sat down with the incredible Robert Alessi, a DLA Piper partner known for his linguistic prowess and legal expertise. While typically practicing environmental and finance law, Robert became a key figure in the high-profile Karen Read case, offering his extensive experience with experts.In this interview, Alessi shares his fascinating journey, from his unexpected path into pharmacy (and how that background still serves him in complex cases) to his insights on the evolving landscape of high-profile cases influenced by social media. Discover how his love for learning and unique scientific background have shaped his legal career, especially when working with diverse expert witnesses. RESOURCES: LIVE TRIALS with EMILY D BAKER: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsbUyvZas7gKOJlfL__9F027hlETVU-vo&si=QztCkFnpM90uJnG6 DOCKET: 0:00 - Intro: Robert Alessi & The Karen Read Case 1:02 - Robert's General Legal Practice & Working with Experts 3:33 - From Pharmacist to Attorney: A Unique Career Path 6:00 - The Love of Learning in Law & Language in the Courtroom 9:59 - Word Games & Vocabulary in Legal Practice 11:59 - The Impact of Pro Bono Work on High-Profile Cases (Karen Read) 16:00 - Teamwork on the Karen Read Defense & Meeting David Jannetty 18:54 - Robert & David Jannetty's Upcoming Podcast 20:38 - Advice for Attorneys in High-Profile & Online Cases 22:40 - The Importance of Public Engagement with the Judicial Process 23:52 - Where to Find Robert Alessi & Podcast Updates STAY IN THE LOOP WITH EMILY D. BAKER Download Our FREE App: https://lawnerdapp.com Get the Free Email Alert: https://www.LawNerdAlert.com Case Requests & Business Inquiries: TeamEmilyDBaker@wmeagency.com Help with the shop: https://www.lawnerdshop.com/pages/contact Mailing Address: Emily D. Baker 2000 Mallory Ln. St. 130-185, Franklin TN 37067 LAW NERD MERCH! https://www.LawNerdShop.com LONG FORM CONTENT https://www.youtube.com/@TheEmilyDBaker The Emily Show Podcast on YouTube: https://emilydbaker.com/TheEmilyShowPlaylist Apple Podcasts: https://emilydbaker.com/AppleTheEmilyShow Spotify Podcasts: https://emilydbaker.com/SpofityTheEmilyShow On your favorite podcast player Mondays EMILY ON SOCIAL @TheEmilyDBaker Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/TheEmilyDBaker Twitter: https://www.Twitter.com/TheEmilyDBaker Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheEmilyDBaker MY YOUTUBE TOOLS **My Favorite YOUTUBE TOOL VidIQ https://vidiq.com/LawNerd Follow My Cats on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fredandgeorge_cat Emily's glasses lenses are Irlen tint https://www.irlen.com *This video is not legal advice; it is commentary for educational and entertainment purposes. Some links shared are affiliate links, all sponsorships are stated in video. Videos are based on publicly available information unless otherwise stated. Sharing a resource is not an endorsement; it is a resource. Copyright 2020-2025 Baker Media, LLC* Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Legal Terms, the show about you and your rights hosted by attorney Adam Kilgore. legalterms@mbponline.orgIf you enjoyed listening to this podcast, please consider contributing to MPB: https://donate.mpbfoundation.org/mspb/podcastToday's Legal Terms on In Legal Terms is / are: Pro Bono, Pro Se, and IndigentWe're talking with guests Sam H. Buchanan, Jr., Executive Director MS Center for Legal Services and Ben Thomas Cole II, Executive Director North MS Rural Legal Service about options for legal services for low-income Mississippians.It's election day! for some. Is it for you? Special Primary Elections are taking place in specific counties on Tuesday, August 5. Ok – think about the name of your county. Got it in your mind? The special election is for folks in Chickasaw, Coahoma, DeSoto, Forrest, Greene, Jones, Lamar, Lee, Lowndes, Monroe, Perry, Pontotoc, Quitman, Tate, Tunica, and Wayne. Learn what elections are occurring, where your polling location is, and find election results at MPBOnline.org/election or YallVote.MSHow can you contact our guests? The website and phone number for our guest Sam H. Buchanan, Jr. is MS Center For Legal Services.org and that phone number is (800) 773-1737If you'd like to find more information about Ben Thomas Cole II,'s organization North MS Rural Legal Service the website and phone number are https://nmrls.com/ and the NMRLS Intake Call Center is 1-800-498-1804 Upcoming: August 26th, 2025 Special Education Clinic with Southern Poverty Law Center concerning Special Education - Hattiesburg. Registration begins at 4pm2026 the 60th anniversary of NMRLS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As passionate advocates for pro bono work, Bob Allen (Allen Law Group) and Sandy Wunderlich (Tucker Ellis LLP) are truly lawyers who lead.  In this episode, IADC Speaks Host Rebecca Weinstein Bacon (Bartlit Beck LLP) speaks with Bob and Sandy. Bob and Sandy share their personal experiences helping children in need. Bob reflects on a multi-issue insurance case that presented itself involving a family friend, and Sandy describes how she got involved with CASA – Court Appointed Special Advocates. Together they discuss the impact of their work and share stories that illustrate the power of giving back.

(Originally published 4/28/23): Many lawyers take on pro bono cases unaware of the vicarious trauma they can experience when helping clients in extreme situations. Hear Akin Pro Bono partner Lauren Connell and interactive learning expert Ken Rosenblad discuss the types of training that can help lawyers manage their mental health — and become more effective advocates.  Want to hear about new Pursuing Justice releases? Subscribe to our monthly pro bono emails Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Hear from attorneys Keith Y. Cohan and Ryan M. Goldstein of Reid Collins, and Nora Ahmed of the ACLU of Louisiana, about the Justice Lab's longstanding advocacy for individuals impacted by discriminatory policing — and how the pursuit of justice in dozens of these cases can lead to systemic reforms. Want to hear about new Pursuing Justice releases? Subscribe to our monthly pro bono emails Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

Episode 101: Pro Bono This month on Calendar Call, Matt Berardino talks Pro Bono with Attorney Jenn Shukla, Director of Access to Justice Initiatives and Interim Director of DEI at the Connecticut Bar Association and Attorney Dan Brody, Co-Chair of the CBA's Pro Bono Committee. Matt, Attorney Shukla, and Attorney Brody discuss a number of topics including why do pro bono, pro bono obligations, potential MCLE credits for pro bono, and critical areas of need for pro bono. Other topics include opportunities available through the CBA, training for practitioners, concerns and issues, as well as many resources available. Rule 6.1 of Professional Conduct CTbar.org/volunteer

Guests from a Kansas pro bono partnership discuss how private businesses and in-house attorneys can support legal aid initiatives in their communities on Talk Justice. In 2017, Koch was interested in making pro bono work an official part of the company, but learned that Kansas rules did not allow in-house attorneys who are licensed by outside states to provide local pro bono services. Koch worked with KLS to get the rule changed, demonstrating that the demand for free legal help greatly exceeded the supply of legal aid lawyers. Ever since, Koch attorneys have engaged in an ongoing partnership with KLS to provide pro bono expungement and driver's license restoration clinics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guests from a Kansas pro bono partnership discuss how private businesses and in-house attorneys can support legal aid initiatives in their communities on Talk Justice. In 2017, Koch was interested in making pro bono work an official part of the company, but learned that Kansas rules did not allow in-house attorneys who are licensed by outside states to provide local pro bono services. Koch worked with KLS to get the rule changed, demonstrating that the demand for free legal help greatly exceeded the supply of legal aid lawyers. Ever since, Koch attorneys have engaged in an ongoing partnership with KLS to provide pro bono expungement and driver's license restoration clinics.

Anna Chu, Executive Director of We the Action, joins Deepak Puri, CEO of The Democracy Labs, to discuss the critical role lawyers play in defending the rule of law and supporting nonprofits during these challenging times.  The We the Action platform connects lawyers with organizations addressing the challenges both sides face in finding specific expertise and meaningful opportunities.  Deepak and Anna talk about Making it easier for lawyers to find nonprofits they can help Increasing need for legal support for nonprofits Working with unions to set up free legal counsel for Federal workers who have been laid off or fired   The responsibility of lawyers to serve the public good #WetheAction #TheDemLabs #Lawyers #Nonprofits #ProBonoLegalServices WeTheAction.org TheDemLabs.org    

Send us a textIf you've ever wondered how to offer sliding scale services or pro bono work without devaluing your business, you're not alone— and that's exactly what I'm diving into in this episode. I see so many purpose-driven entrepreneurs struggling to make their services accessible without draining their energy or undermining their value. In this conversation, I unpack the five biggest mistakes people make when offering reduced-rate work and show you how to avoid them with clarity and confidence. You'll walk away with practical tips on setting healthy boundaries, communicating the true value of your services, and ensuring you're serving from a place of strength—not scarcity. Whether you're offering coaching, consulting, or wellness services, this episode will help you do good without compromising your business goals. Take a listen now—you'll thank yourself later.What to listen out for:00:43 Episode Focus: Sliding Scale and Pro Bono Services02:37 Challenges of Offering Sliding Scale and Pro Bono Work08:02 Tips for Sustainable Sliding Scale and Pro Bono Work13:03 Reflecting on Your Business Practices14:21 ConclusionDon't go yet. If you're enjoying the show please rate and review. It helps us spread the word to more people and ultimately get more small businesses on the path to sustainable profitability and business success. Thanks for Listening.*********Reach Out, Connect, or Book a Call with JaneneGet started improving your business. Sometimes it's difficult to know where to begin. I suggest you Download the self-assessment Pricing Scorecard (https://thepricinglady.com/pricing-self-assessment-scorecard/). Get a view of what's working and what's not working when it comes to pricing in your business. Figure out where to start making improvements.Get in touch with Janene. If you've got a question that needs answering, a challenge you're facing or you have suggestions for future topics or guests, let me know. Contact Janene (https://thepricinglady.com/book-a-call/)

Join host Alicia Aiken and fellow movie buff and attorney John Whitcomb for another lively discussion of how pro bono has been depicted in past Oscar-nominated films, exploring how these stories reflect the popular understanding of access to justice. Want to hear about new Pursuing Justice releases? Subscribe to our monthly pro bono emails Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.

This Day in Legal History: Louisiana PurchaseOn this day in legal history, April 30, 1803, the United States signed the Louisiana Purchase Treaty with France, dramatically altering the legal and territorial landscape of the country. The treaty, signed in Paris by American envoys Robert Livingston and James Monroe, officially transferred approximately 828,000 square miles of land west of the Mississippi River from French to American control. President Thomas Jefferson, though uncertain whether the U.S. Constitution explicitly authorized such a land acquisition, ultimately supported the deal, citing the necessity of expanding the republic and securing trade access to the port of New Orleans.The purchase, which cost $15 million (roughly four cents an acre), effectively doubled the size of the United States and set a precedent for executive power in foreign affairs. It raised important legal questions regarding the role of the executive branch, the powers of Congress, and the interpretation of constitutional authority in territorial expansion. The acquisition also intensified debates over the expansion of slavery and the treatment of Indigenous peoples, both of which would become central legal and political issues throughout the 19th century.In addition to expanding national territory, the Louisiana Purchase laid the groundwork for the exploration and legal organization of new states. Soon after, Congress passed legislation governing how the territory would be divided and admitted into the Union. This required new legal frameworks for property rights, governance, and federal versus state authority in previously foreign lands.The U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to hear arguments on whether Oklahoma can fund a religious charter school—the first case of its kind. At issue is the state's attempt to establish St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School, a K-12 online institution run by two Catholic dioceses, using public funds. A state court previously blocked the school, ruling it would act as a “governmental entity” and violate the First Amendment's Establishment Clause, which bars government endorsement of religion.The school's supporters, including Oklahoma's governor and President Trump, argue that denying the school solely because it is religious constitutes a violation of the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment. Meanwhile, opponents, including the state's attorney general, warn that the move would amount to taxpayer-funded religious indoctrination and could erode public education standards, particularly around non-discrimination.Charter schools in Oklahoma are considered public entities, which complicates claims that St. Isidore would operate as a private, independent institution. Organizers maintain that contracting with the state doesn't make the school an arm of the government. The Supreme Court's decision, expected by June, could redefine the boundaries between church and state in education.The legal element worth highlighting here is the Establishment Clause vs. Free Exercise Clause tension—the case tests how far states can go in accommodating religious institutions without endorsing them. This clash sits at the core of modern debates about public funding and religious liberty. Under the current Supreme Court composition, it is likely we will see an expansion of the former at the cost of the limits in the latter. US Supreme Court mulls legality of milestone religious charter school | ReutersGoogle CEO Sundar Pichai is set to testify in a high-stakes antitrust trial where the U.S. Department of Justice is pushing to break up parts of Google's business to restore competition in online search. The DOJ is urging the court to force Google to divest its Chrome browser and stop paying major tech partners like Apple and Samsung to be the default search engine on their devices. Prosecutors argue these deals entrench Google's monopoly and hinder innovation, especially as search overlaps more with emerging generative AI tools like ChatGPT.U.S. District Judge Amit Mehta has already found that Google maintains a dominant position in the search market with no real rivals. The government is also asking the court to make Google share search data with competitors to level the playing field. Google, in response, claims that such measures would harm user privacy and undercut smaller partners like Mozilla that depend on Google funding.Pichai is expected to argue that the proposed remedies would have unintended consequences across the tech ecosystem. Google has already made some adjustments, allowing phone makers to pre-install alternative search and AI apps, but it still plans to appeal any adverse ruling. The case could have sweeping implications for the future of search, digital competition, and AI integration online.Google CEO Sundar Pichai to take the stand at search antitrust trial | ReutersPresident Trump issued an executive order directing the Justice Department to coordinate free legal defense for police officers accused of misconduct. The order calls on Attorney General Pam Bondi to organize pro bono support from private law firms, aiming to protect officers who, in the administration's view, face "unjust liability" for actions taken in the line of duty. Though the order doesn't name specific firms, it expands Trump's broader effort to harness the legal industry to support his administration's priorities.This follows recent agreements between the Trump administration and nine major law firms—including Paul Weiss, Skadden, and Kirkland & Ellis—to commit $940 million worth of pro bono work to causes the administration endorses, such as veterans' services and combating antisemitism. Critics, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and 20 Democratic state attorneys general, have raised concerns about political pressure and lack of transparency in how these firms were selected and what they've agreed to.The order also calls for improved pay and training for police while denouncing efforts to “demonize law enforcement.” Critics warn this could undermine accountability and place pressure on firms to align their legal services with political goals. Meanwhile, some firms have publicly stated they will maintain control over their pro bono work, even as Trump claims the right to “use” them for administration-selected causes.Trump executive order seeks law firms to defend police officers for free | ReutersIn a piece I wrote for Forbes this week, I examined President Trump's renewed push to replace income taxes with tariffs, particularly targeting relief for Americans making under $200,000. The idea sounds populist, but it's economically misleading. Tariffs, after all, are simply hidden taxes that show up in the form of higher prices on imported goods. For lower- and middle-income Americans—those Trump claims to want to help—this shift would likely increase, not reduce, their financial burden.The proposal doesn't change the amount of money the government needs—just where it's extracted. Instead of the IRS, the “bill collector” becomes stores, suppliers, and foreign producers, with consumers footing the bill at checkout. Trump's approach, I argue, banks on the psychological difference between writing a tax check and absorbing incremental price hikes, though the economic effect is the same.Historically, tariff-based revenue systems led to inequality and volatility—conditions that helped inspire the adoption of the income tax through the Sixteenth Amendment. And practically speaking, tariffs simply cannot generate the hundreds of billions needed to sustain modern federal programs. Relying on them also cedes revenue control to foreign exporters, which undermines national fiscal stability.Ultimately, this policy doesn't tackle the real issue—Americans' frustration with a high cost of living. Instead, it disguises taxation while dodging the deeper structural question of who should be paying more. I emphasized that real reform must address not just how taxes are collected, but also the fairness of who bears the burden.Trump Continues To Push Idea Of Replacing Income Tax With TariffsSpecial ThanksStephanie Himel-Nelson, Jennifer Porter Law, PLLC This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Episode 29: Institute for Free Speech v. J.R. Johnson, et al. Institute for Free Speech v. J.R. Johnson, et al. argued before Chief Judge Jennifer Walker Elrod and Judges Kurt D. Engelhardt and Greg Gerard Guidry in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit on April 28, 2025. Argued by Del Kolde (on behalf of the Institute for Free Speech) and Cory R. Liu (on behalf of J.R. Johnson, et al.). Case Background, from the Institute for Free Speech website: Texas law prohibits corporations—including nonprofits—from making “in-kind contributions” to candidates and political committees. The Texas Ethics Commission (TEC) recently interpreted this ban to extend to pro bono litigation services, even when such services aim to challenge the constitutionality of state laws. The Institute for Free Speech (IFS) filed a federal lawsuit against the TEC commissioners and executive director over this ban on pro bono legal services. This law stops organizations like IFS from advocating for the civil rights of Texas candidates and political committees in court. It imposes stiff civil and criminal penalties for violations. The lawsuit argues that the TEC's interpretation of the Texas Elections Code violates IFS' First Amendment rights to free speech and association. The TEC's reading of the law prevents IFS from representing potential clients like Chris Woolsey, a city councilmember in Corsicana, and the Texas Anti-Communist League PAC, headed by Cary Cheshire, both of whom want to contest a state law that compels speech on political signs. Resources: Institute for Free Speech case page Institute for Free Speech press release Plaintiff-Appellant's Opening Brief  Complaint  The Institute for Free Speech promotes and defends the political speech rights to freely speak, assemble, publish, and petition the government guaranteed by the First Amendment. If you're enjoying the Free Speech Arguments podcast, please subscribe and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform. To support the Institute's mission or inquire about legal assistance, please visit our website: www.ifs.org

"That was the moment where I almost quit. That was my pivotal moment. We saw so many people die as a level 1 trauma center so there was so much emotional baggage that we carry as doctors through that, but I never faltered. It was always 'this is what I want to do, this is what I was born to do,' and that moment when I was verbally attacked at this grand rounds, that questioned everything to me about my choices in neurosurgery."This episode is with Dr. Sheri Dewan, a board certified neurosurgeon practicing in Chicago. In this episode we talk about:- Sheri's inspiration behind becoming a neurosurgeon- Talking with her husband while they were dating about what it would look like for the two of them to get married and her have a career in neurosurgery- How she dealt with the numerous people who told her she couldn't be a neurosurgeon- Having her children in residency training- The pivotal moment in which an attending clearly didn't want her in the residency program, publicly humiliated her and how that was the first time she thought about quitting- The support of her parents, husband and mentors that carried her through- The times in training when she might go several days where she only saw her children while they were asleep- Writing her memoir, Cutting A Path- Doing pro-bono surgeries in India, another thing people told her she couldn't do or would no longer have the desire to do after finishing her training- And so much more! Connect with Moms of Medicine:- Instagram @moms_of_medicine- Momsofmedicine@gmail.comConnect with Dr. Dewan:- Instagram  @drsheridewan- drsheridewan.com- Grab a copy of her book, Cutting A Path

In the sixth episode of Season 6 of Emphasis Added, we have an impactful conversation with Professor Alissa Gomez to explore the intersection of legal education, access to justice, and the impact of pro bono work.Professor Gomez shares her path from commercial litigation at King & Spalding to leading Houston Volunteer Lawyers and eventually joining the University of Houston Law Center. We dive into the civil justice gap and how pro bono efforts can help close it. Professor Gomez explains the concept of legal literacy, highlights effective community outreach strategies, and shares insights from her research. The conversation also covers practical ways young attorneys and law students can get involved in pro bono work and her efforts as UHLC Pro Bono Facilitator to connect students with real-world opportunities.To get a mailing or electronic subscription to the Houston Law Review click here. For more Emphasis Added content, follow us on Instagram and check out our video content on YouTube!

This Day in Legal History: Senate Approves Alaska PurchaseOn April 9, 1867, the United States Senate voted to ratify the Treaty with Russia for the Purchase of Alaska, approving the acquisition of the territory for $7.2 million. The deal, championed by Secretary of State William H. Seward, added over 586,000 square miles to U.S. territory. At the time, many Americans viewed the icy, remote land as a barren wasteland, mocking the transaction as “Seward's Folly” or “Seward's Icebox.” Despite public ridicule, Seward pursued the deal partly to prevent British expansion from neighboring Canada and to extend American commercial interests into the Pacific. Russia, for its part, saw little strategic or economic value in Alaska and feared it might lose the territory without compensation in a future conflict.The treaty passed in the Senate by a vote of 37 to 2, reflecting support among lawmakers despite popular skepticism. Legal authority for the purchase came through the treaty-making power of the executive branch, with Senate ratification required under Article II, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution. Once finalized, the transfer of sovereignty occurred in October 1867 in Sitka, with a formal ceremony marking Russia's departure.Criticism of the purchase subsided decades later following the Klondike Gold Rush and, eventually, the discovery of significant oil reserves. These developments drastically changed the public's perception of Alaska from frozen liability to strategic asset. The purchase also helped lay the groundwork for America's growing influence in the Pacific and Arctic regions.President Donald Trump announced that major law firms pledging $340 million in pro bono work would assist his administration with coal industry initiatives and international tariff negotiations. Speaking at a White House event, Trump said these firms—such as Paul Weiss, Skadden, Milbank, and Willkie—would provide legal support for leasing and regulatory issues in coal mining, as well as in talks with foreign countries on trade. While he didn't specify which firms would take on specific tasks, Trump emphasized their legal talent and claimed they were offering services “for the right price.”The announcement coincided with Trump signing executive orders invoking the Defense Production Act to increase coal mining and directing investments into advanced coal technology. He also said the Department of Justice would be tasked with challenging state and local regulations he views as harmful to miners. The law firm agreements came after Trump targeted several legal firms with directives that threaten their business, prompting lawsuits from Perkins Coie, WilmerHale, and Jenner & Block. Trump posted the agreements on Truth Social, stating the firms would work on causes like veterans' rights and combating antisemitism, although details on how their roles will be determined remain unclear.Trump Says He'll Enlist Big Law Dealmakers for Coal, TariffsA group of 67 former top legal executives from companies like Microsoft, Intel, and Eli Lilly filed a legal brief condemning President Trump's executive orders targeting several major law firms. They argue that the orders violate the Constitution and threaten the independence of corporate legal counsel by coercing political loyalty through federal contract threats. The brief supports a lawsuit by Perkins Coie, one of the firms impacted by the orders, which claims the directives bar its attorneys from government buildings and jeopardize its clients' federal contracts.The former general counsels contend that Trump's actions don't just punish individual firms, but undermine the principle that companies should be free to choose their legal representation without fear of political retaliation. The brief highlights how the orders signal to businesses that hiring lawyers linked to Trump's critics could lead to government sanctions. Trump issued similar orders against WilmerHale and Jenner & Block, and all three firms have secured temporary legal blocks against the measures.While some firms like Paul Weiss struck deals with Trump to avoid penalties—agreeing to provide pro bono work for causes aligned with his administration—others have pushed back. Four days prior, hundreds of law firms submitted their own brief supporting Perkins Coie. Trump's administration defends the orders as efforts to stop perceived political bias in Big Law.Former top lawyers at major companies decry Trump orders against law firms | ReutersAn immigration judge has given the U.S. government through today to present evidence justifying the deportation of Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student and lawful permanent resident. Khalil was arrested in New York and transferred to a detention facility in rural Louisiana, sparking concern over due process and free speech rights. At Tuesday's hearing, Judge Jamee Comans made it clear that if the government cannot prove Khalil is deportable, she will dismiss the case by Friday. She also criticized delays in sharing evidence and emphasized the importance of Khalil's due process rights.Khalil's lawyer, Marc Van Der Hout, claims the deportation effort is politically motivated and violates the First Amendment, suggesting that Khalil is being targeted for speaking out in support of Palestinians. The government argues Khalil should be deported under a Cold War-era law that allows removal if an immigrant is deemed a threat to U.S. foreign policy, and also accuses him of omissions on his green card application—charges he denies.The case has drawn national attention, including a crowded virtual courtroom. A separate habeas petition is also under consideration in federal court, and Khalil cannot be deported while that process plays out. His wife, a U.S. citizen who is expecting their child this month, has been unable to visit him due to her pregnancy.US given one day to show evidence for deporting Columbia University protester Khalil | ReutersA federal judge has ordered President Trump's White House to temporarily lift access restrictions on the Associated Press (AP) while a lawsuit challenging the ban moves forward. The Trump administration had barred AP journalists from events like Oval Office briefings and Air Force One trips after the agency refused to adopt Trump's preferred term, "Gulf of America," instead continuing to refer to the "Gulf of Mexico." U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden, a Trump appointee, ruled that the First Amendment prohibits the government from excluding journalists based on viewpoint.The ruling, which takes effect Sunday to allow time for appeal, restores the AP's access to White House press events. McFadden emphasized that if some journalists are granted access, others cannot be denied for their editorial stance. The AP sued three senior Trump aides in February, claiming the restrictions were unconstitutional retaliation against protected speech and lacked due process.AP reporters testified that the ban hindered their ability to cover the president, while Justice Department lawyers argued that access to presidential spaces is a privilege, not a right. Press freedom groups and the White House Correspondents' Association welcomed the decision, calling it a win for independent journalism. The case remains ongoing, with a final ruling expected in the coming months.Judge lifts Trump White House restrictions on AP while lawsuit proceeds | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Law firms are striking deals with President Trump to avoid getting hit with a punitive executive order, and all of these deals include pledges of tens of millions of dollars in pro bono legal work. In this quickly changing landscape, it appears that the biggest law firm in the country, Kirkland & Ellis, is considering one of these commitments to the White House. However, the details of how these deals will work in practice are scant to nonexistent. How will the legal work be tracked? What qualifies as a conservative client? Can the White House reject certain clients as not conservative enough? And does this mean these firms will now turn away liberal-leaning pro bono clients? On today's episode of our podcast, On The Merits, Bloomberg Law reporters Justin Henry and Meghan Tribe dig into the questions surrounding these law firm deals and ask whether this ambiguity is by design. They also talk about what it means that a firm as big as Kirkland is now choosing to negotiate with the White House rather than fight it in court. Do you have feedback on this episode of On The Merits? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Kramer Levin's commitment to justice is powerfully exemplified in its pro bono work to overturn the wrongful conviction of Anthony Hall, who spent 26 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Through relentless legal advocacy, strategic litigation, and an impactful partnership with Mid-Atlantic Innocence Project, the firm fought to expose critical flaws in the case – from unreliable eyewitness testimony to systemic issues within the criminal justice system. Their unwavering dedication not only helped secure Hall's freedom but also underscored the transformative power of pro bono work in changing lives and addressing injustice. In this Challenge Signatory Showcase episode of the Pro Bono Happy Hour podcast, Nihad Mansour, Assistant Director, Law Firm Pro Bono Project, is joined by David Alexander, Litigation Associate at Kramer Levin. Listen to hear more about this inspiring work!

We are delighted to welcome Marianne Staniunas, who is the Pro Bono Immigration Counsel at Ropes & Gray LLP. Marianne talks about the complexities of U.S. immigration law and how migrants have a right to legal representation, but not a right to free counsel. Given the shortage of immigration lawyers in the country, many asylum seekers face a complex system without representation. Marianne shares her fears at the start of a new administration with the criminalization of migrants and the ways their rights are being arbitrarily stripped from them. In spite of this, she continues to find hope in her clients, who offer inspiring examples of resilience. Brian and Joe share stories that highlight the need for legal representation to navigate the immigration system. Brian tells the story of Felipe and Rebeka, who were recently deported to Mexico after getting stopped at a checkpoint on the way to Houston to get medical care for their 10-year-old daughter who had a brain tumor. Brian started sending texts to Marianne (today's guest) to try to understand the situation and provide some orientation to the family. Joe weighs in on the complexities of U.S. asylum law through two examples. Alejandro was a soldier in Venezuela and a member of the ruling party who refused an order to fire upon fellow countrymen, which brought threats to him and his family. Dolores witnessed the murder of her sister by the cartel and feared for her life, especially after she reported the case to the local police and did not receive any protection. These two cases might sound like obvious asylum claims, but Joe reflects on how narrow interpretations of asylum can lead to denials in cases like Alejandro and Dolores, especially if they do not have legal representation to help argue their cases.

Alicia Aiken speaks with Toby Rothschild, Of Counsel, OneJustice, about his career spanning more than 50 years in legal services, how he motivates others to do pro bono work, and why he's still dedicated to teaching and giving back in spite of being “retired.” Toby is the winner of PLI's inaugural Victor J. Rubino Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Training, recognizing his extraordinary contributions as a speaker and program chair for pro bono ethics and related programs. Want to hear about new Pursuing Justice releases? Subscribe to our monthly pro bono emails Explore our Pro Bono programs and resources Learn about our Pro Bono Memberships and Scholarships for qualified organizations and individuals Please note: CLE is not offered for listening to this podcast, and the views and opinions expressed within represent those of the speakers and not necessarily those of PLI.  

Ped, Burk and Tommy open this episode discussing the advantages of being tall. Then Adam gives the boys his takes on Killers Of The Flowermoon and the new OJ Simpson docuseries on Netflix. Both have Adam very riled up and lead to the boys laying down the law, literally. The fellas then discuss reality tv and social media etiquette, yet again, and also navigating school for teachers and students and letting go of the immature people we used to be. Adam wants to the boys to get a pedicure together. Ped & Burk then draft their all-time movie stars list before closing the show discussing myths we were told in the 90s. Love y'all!

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are solely those of Luke Liss and the host, and do not represent the views of any referenced organizations.   Join us for a powerful conversation with Luke Liss, Pro Bono Partner at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, as he shares his inspiring journey from adversity to advocacy.  Episode 170 delves into Luke's personal experiences as a biracial (Black and White) adoptee, his path to becoming a social justice leader, and his vision for pro bono work.   Luke opens up about the impact of his unique background on his sense of belonging and purpose. He recounts his challenges, including almost dropping out of high school, and how he overcame them to graduate from Stanford Law School.  He emphasizes the crucial role of mentorship in his success and shares insights on fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace that goes beyond mere compliance.   This episode explores:   Overcoming adversity: Luke's story of resilience and how he transformed challenges into motivation. The impact of adoption and racial identity: Luke's reflections on his personal journey as a biracial adoptee and its influence on his advocacy work. The power of mentorship: How early mentorship shaped his path to success and the importance of finding mentors. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in action: Practical strategies for creating inclusive environments that uplift everyone. Advocating for marginalized communities: Insights into supporting asylum seekers and immigrants, and how to advocate for change. Pro bono and social justice leadership: Luke's journey to becoming Pro Bono Partner at a top Am Law 50 law firm and his passion for social justice. Career development and leadership: Tips for positioning yourself for leadership roles and confidently asking for what you deserve. Immigration law and advocacy: The challenges and rewards of working in immigration law, especially in the face of political uncertainty. Finding hope and joy in challenging times: Strategies for maintaining resilience and finding purpose amidst uncertainty.   Tune in to hear Luke's remarkable story of resilience, leadership, and advocacy, and gain valuable insights on making a difference in the world.   Connect with us: Connect with Luke at https://www.linkedin.com/in/luke-liss-a461907/ and https://www.wsgr.com/en/people/luke-a-liss.html.  Follow Luke's work on Instagram at @wsgives or https://www.instagram.com/wsgives/ and on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/wsgives/posts/?feedView=all.   Follow Samorn on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/samornselim/. Get a copy of Samorn's book, “Belonging: Self Love Lessons From A Workaholic Depressed Insomniac Lawyer” at https://tinyurl.com/2dk5hr2f.  Get weekly career tips by signing up for our advice column at www.careerunicorns.com.  Schedule a free 30-minute build your dream career consult by sending a message at www.careerunicorns.com.   

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