The Firm is honored to share that 33 attorneys in the London office have been recognized on the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition List, which celebrates solicitors and barristers across England and Wales who each volunteered more than 25 hours over the last year to provide essential pro bono legal support to those in need.
Pro Bono
Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court Holds that 24-Hour Delay Between Traffic Infraction and Search Violated Defendant’s Constitutional Rights
By Alexander Guzy-Sprague on
Last fall, Proskauer attorneys filed an amicus brief on behalf of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and ACLU of Massachusetts (ACLUM) in Commonwealth v. Arias, SJC-13816. On April 15, 2026, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court issued its opinion in the case, holding that police violated Article 14 of the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights by waiting more than 24 hours to stop Jose Arias after observing him commit a civil traffic infraction while tailing him as part of a drug investigation. The SJC reversed the denial of Mr. Arias’s Motion to Suppress, vacated his conviction, and remanded the case to the Superior Court.
Celebrating Impact: European Golden Gavel Awards
By Benjamin Peacock on
On 23 February 2026, colleagues from Proskauer’s London and Paris offices gathered for the Annual Golden Gavel Awards, an evening dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary contributions of our people to the Firm’s Pro Bono, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Community Engagement & Inclusion (CEI) efforts.
The event opened with a thoughtful fireside conversation moderated by Bruno Bertrand-Delfau, featuring Matthew Thornton (Head of Ardian UK, COO and CFO of Ardian UK and MD of Ardian), Ana Ćorić (Foundation Partnerships Manager, Ardian), Dorothy Murray and Michelle Omotayo. The discussion explored the Ardian Foundation’s mission and priorities, and highlighted how collaboration between law firms and clients can amplify the impact of social and community initiatives.
Following the conversation, the Firm honored the exceptional efforts of our colleagues whose work continues to strengthen communities and advance access to justice. The award categories and those recognized are outlined below.
Proskauer Partners with the ACLU to Challenge Voting Restrictions in South Carolina
By Stephen Hibbard & Michael Beckwith on
In partnership with the American Civil Liberties Union’s Voting Rights Project (ACLU VRP) and the ACLU of South Carolina, Proskauer filed a lawsuit on behalf of the NAACP of South Carolina and individual South Carolina voters seeking to enjoin three South Carolina voting laws that restrict absentee voting and voter assistance. South Carolina’s restrictions are similar to laws enacted by several other states, but the new South Carolina laws conflict with—and thus are pre-empted by—federal law, specifically by Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, as amended (VRA), which provides that voters who are blind, disabled, or unable to read or write can obtain assistance from a person of their choosing when voting.
For Good Spotlight: Massachusetts Appleseed
By Catherine Pellerin on
Proskauer performs pro bono work for a number of innovative and impactful nonprofit organizations, including Massachusetts Appleseed. This week, we spoke with board member and partner in Proskauer’s Corporate Department and member of Proskauer’s Health Care Group, Devin Cohen, about the organization and its impact.
Proskauer Partners with ACLU to File Amicus Brief Urging the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court to Curb Pretextual Stops and Reinforce Constitutional Protections Against Warrantless Arrests
By Emily Wakeman & Alexander Guzy-Sprague on
On November 21, 2025, Proskauer attorneys filed an amicus brief on behalf of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and ACLU of Massachusetts (ACLUM) before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) in the case of Commonwealth v. Arias, which presents foundational questions about the protections guaranteed by Article 14…
Proskauer Honored with Adams Pro Bono Publico Award for Securing Life-Changing SSI Benefits
By William C. Silverman on
On October 28, 2025, at the John Adams Courthouse in Boston, the Supreme Judicial Court Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Services recognized Proskauer with the Adams Pro Bono Publico Award. The firm, in partnership with Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS), received this honor for its longstanding efforts assisting families with disabled children seeking Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits.
Beneficial Changes to Tax-Advantaged ABLE Accounts for Individuals with Disabilities
By Tyler Forni on
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