Maxwell DeLott
Maxwell DeLott is the corporate social responsibility coordinator at Proskauer. He assists with development, implementation and coordination of employee engagement, non-profit board service and corporate social responsibility at the Firm.
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Last month, we concluded the sixth year of our Adopt-a-School program, Proskauer’s signature education initiative that provides career and college readiness to high-achieving, low-income high school students across the country, with a panel discussion focusing on diversity and inclusion in college and the workplace. We planned carefully to facilitate a remote session with the same … Continue Reading
On March 15, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the city’s public schools would close in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic. Overnight, more than 1,700 schools and over one million students and their families shifted to remote-learning curriculums. Since then, all NYC public schools have closed for the remainder of the academic … Continue Reading
Every November as Veterans Day approaches, Proskauer honors the service of our active military, veterans and their families. As part of our efforts, the Firm had the privilege of hosting a panel discussion on some of the most pressing issues that veterans and their families currently face. We were honored to be joined by Wanda … Continue Reading
Earlier this month, Proskauer participated in “Eat Cheap for Charity,” an annual campaign by Citymeals on Wheels (Citymeals) that encourages lawyers throughout New York to spend less on lunch and donate their savings to charity. As a proud participant of the program, Proskauer makes a charitable donation to Citymeals and encourages all lawyers in the … Continue Reading
As a member of the professional services team, the non-legal side of the Firm, I have few reasons to ever enter a courthouse. Unlike my colleagues in our Litigation Department, my role at the Firm does not require me to observe hearings, converse with judges, or discuss the legal and administrative challenges that are pervasive … Continue Reading
In recent years, increased transparency into the nutritional value of our food has enabled consumers to make more informed decisions on their own eating habits, knowing that their choices directly correlate with their overall health. Leaders behind this movement are hopeful that initiatives such as the new laws on food labeling that require calorie counts, … Continue Reading
We celebrate our students as we conclude our fourth year of the Adopt-a-School program, Proskauer’s signature education initiative for high school students. We leverage the expertise of our lawyers and staff to share their knowledge and experience on a variety of topics including resume writing, interview skills, financial literacy, marketing, and technology. The program currently … Continue Reading
There are more than one million students enrolled in New York City public schools, making it the largest school system in the United States. Yet each student enrolled is unique and enters school each day with varying needs. Thus, there is a general consensus that providing targeted and individualized support to students is crucial to … Continue Reading
On a daily basis we are inundated with news and information from all over the world. My morning paper, evening news, and daily smartphone alerts are primarily focused on the United States’ political climate, natural disasters, violence, and other harrowing stories of people in need. Our newsfeed can seem to create a barrier between us … Continue Reading
Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion with Adopt-A-School Students
By Maxwell DeLott and Heather Seidel on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility, Education
“Read Ahead” Responds to School Closures, Thousands of Students Left in Need
By Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Education
A Discussion on Veteran Healthcare and Post-Service Employment
By Wendy Dessy and Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility, Veterans
Proskauer “Eats Cheap” for Charity
By Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility, Hunger and Poverty
My Day as a Judge
By Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility, Family Law, Pro Bono
Increasing Health Awareness through Hip Hop Music
By Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility, Education
Adopt-a-School Concludes Its Fourth Year
By Wendy Dessy and Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility, Education
Mentoring in Public Schools with Read Ahead
By Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility, Education
Hunger in New York City and How We Can Help
By Maxwell DeLott on Posted in Corporate Social Responsibility
