At MoFo, we celebrate our firm’s long-standing commitment to Pro Bono. In the videos highlighted here, we honor some of our proudest pro bono moments.
MoFo lawyers set their sights on making new beginnings possible for those who need it most. The video above highlights some of the many examples of what pro bono can accomplish when we put our imaginations to work.
Why are Morrison & Foerster lawyers dedicated to doing the public good through pro bono work? The answer is simple: “Because we’re MoFo.” Tune in to find out what motivates us.
Long before the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2013 ruling that the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional, Morrison & Foerster and Lambda Legal waged a six-year battle for marriage equality.
Learn more about how MoFo pro bono is representing individuals and organizations, from providing helping handbooks in the face of natural disasters to freeing an innocent man from prison.
In a case that spurred prison reform, Morrison & Foerster challenged the widespread use of solitary confinement in the New York State prison system.
Francisco Carrillo was unjustly imprisoned for 20 years for crimes he did not commit. Lawyers from Morrison & Foerster and the Innocence Project proved it was a case of mistaken identity and secured his freedom.
With legal help from Morrison & Foerster lawyers, family-owned fishing businesses and environmentalists have teamed up to create the San Francisco Community Fishing Association.
In their own words: hear from our clients about how MoFo has helped them in their pro bono matters, from providing assistance to Iraqi refugees to raising reimbursement rates for families with who care for foster children, and beyond.
In a U.S. Supreme Court victory, Morrison & Foerster lawyers strengthened the ability of state Protection and Advocacy agencies to investigate deaths and serious injuries suffered by people with disabilities in state hospitals.
Find out how MoFo lawyers advocated for a gay Air Force Lt. Col. who was threatened to be discharged under the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy.
Watch our video to learn how a MoFo team secured a big win for families caring for foster children in California.
Find out how MoFo lawyers cut through complexity to build a stunning, accessible home for agencies that empower people with disabilities.
See how MoFo lawyers helped Iraqis who were persecuted for cooperating with western forces obtain safety in the U.S.
Learn more about our lawyers’ work to develop innovative business structures to support social entrepreneurs.
With help from MoFo lawyers, Harvest Home Farmers Market brings healthy, affordably-priced fruits and vegetables to low-income communities in NYC.
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