Pro Bono in Action

Imagine: New Beginnings Made Possible Through Pro Bono
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.

Great Causes, Great Work: Pro Bono at Morrison & Foerster
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.

Marriage Equality: Morrison & Foerster, Lambda Legal, and the Defeat of DOMA
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.

Doing Good, Making a Difference
Learn more about how MoFo pro bono is partnering with our nonprofit clients, from providing helping handbooks in the face of natural disasters and important work with environmental organizations.

Challenging Solitary Confinement
In a case that spurred prison reform, Morrison & Foerster challenged the widespread use of solitary confinement in the New York State prison system.

Freedom for an Innocent Man: Francisco Carrillo
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.

Sustainable Fishing: San Francisco Community Fishing Association
With legal help from Morrison & Foerster lawyers, family-owned fishing businesses and environmentalists have teamed up to create the San Francisco Community Fishing Association.

MoFo ProBono Client Stories
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.

Landmark Victory for People with Disabilities
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.

The Fight to Serve: A Litigation Challenge to “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell”
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.

Keeping a Promise to California Foster Children
Watch our video to learn how a MoFo team secured a big win for families caring for foster children in California.

The Ed Roberts Campus: Building Independence from the Ground Up
Find out how MoFo lawyers cut through complexity to build a stunning, accessible home for agencies that empower people with disabilities.

Iraqi Refugee Assistance Project
See how MoFo lawyers helped Iraqis who were persecuted for cooperating with western forces obtain safety in the U.S.

Digital Divide Data
Learn more about our lawyers’ work to help develop innovative business structures to support social entrepreneurs.

A Bountiful Harvest
With help from MoFo lawyers, Harvest Home Farmer’s Market brings healthy, affordably-priced fruits and vegetables to low-income communities in NYC.