Greater Boston Legal Services Honors Foley Hoag
Boston, MA - June 26, 2008
Foley Hoag was honored yesterday for its annual work on the Greater Boston Legal Services (GBLS) Associates Drive, a longstanding fundraising program of the organization. The firm was one of 35 participants, and received the top honor of “Largest Donation.”
Foley Hoag’s efforts this year were spearheaded by David Kluft, an associate at the firm, who was recognized at the event for his efforts. Also in attendance was GBLS board member and Foley Hoag Director of Marketing, Jeffrey Scalzi.
GBLS provides free civil (non-criminal) legal assistance to low-income people in Boston and thirty-one additional cities and towns ranging from legal advice to full case representation, depending on client need. Its staff of 72 attorneys and 25 paralegals is divided into areas of legal expertise to best address the problems faced by people living in poverty. A national leader in poverty law, GBLS also undertakes representation and legal advocacy to address the root causes of poverty.
Foley Hoag’s pro bono program has been a pride of the firm since its representation of the plaintiffs in the original lawsuit to desegregate the Boston public schools. Almost two decades ago, the firm established a pioneering program in the field of domestic violence that makes ongoing and important contributions. Lawyers are encouraged to engage in pro bono work and other community activities. In a typical year the firm handles approximately 100 matters and contributes approximately 20,000 hours to pro bono causes.
About Foley Hoag LLP
Foley Hoag LLP is a leading national law firm in the areas of dispute resolution, intellectual property, and corporate transactions for emerging, middle-market, and large-cap companies. With a deep understanding of clients’ strategic priorities, operational imperatives, and marketplace realities, the firm helps companies in the life sciences, high technology, energy technology, financial services and manufacturing sectors gain competitive advantage. 225 lawyers located in Boston, Washington, and the Emerging Enterprise Center in Waltham, Massachusetts join with a network of Lex Mundi law firms to provide global support for clients’ largest challenges and opportunities. For more information visit www.foleyhoag.com.
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Nonprofit, Pro Bono