Volunteer Recognition

Lawyers Alliance believes that the exemplary work and outstanding accomplishments of our volunteer attorneys deserve recognition from clients, peers, employers, and the general public.

We are privileged to work with so many dynamic clients who not only are running extraordinary programs but also take the time to say "thank you" to our volunteers.

Since 1997, Lawyers Alliance has presented Cornerstone Awards annually to a select group of individuals and institutions that have made extraordinary contributions through pro bono legal services. These services help nonprofits to address critical human needs and improve the quality of life for thousands of low-income New Yorkers.

On October 27, 2009, Lawyers Alliance recognized Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP; Seyfarth Shaw LLP; and individual volunteers from eight other law firms for their deep commitment to pro bono service. In 2008, Lawyers Alliance recognized Dechert LLP, Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP, PricewaterhouseCoopers and individual volunteers from nine other law firms. See the complete list of Lawyers Alliance's Cornerstone Award winners.

In addition, Lawyers Alliance has presented the Award for Pro Bono Leadership to a law firm partner who has performed exemplary pro bono service for nonprofit organizations in New York City.

In 2009 we honored Ashley R. Altschuler of Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP with the Lawyers Alliance's Award for Pro Bono Leadership in recognition of his eight years of exceptional service as a volunteer attorney.

Past honorees include:
2008: Robert S. Whitman of Seyfarth Shaw LLP
2007: Michael J. Feinman of Blank Rome LLP
2006: Mark E. Brossman of Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP

Many of Lawyers Alliance's volunteer institutions have received accolades from state and national bar leaders for their business law pro bono work. We are honored to have nominated a strong list of winners of American Bar Association and New York State Bar Association pro bono awards.