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DEBBIE LAWAL
Compliance and Legal “ Particularly with business professionals, there are so many skills that
Support Assistant, we develop in our day-to-day roles that could really help/be resourceful
London to charities … I think being able to assist helps to deepen those soft skills
but also provides increased confidence in your abilities and fulfills
a desire to help people/make an impact.”

CHARLIE METZGER
Real Estate, Associate, " I’m passionate about nonprofit law, especially about representing startup
New York nonprofits that are seeking incorporation and tax-exempt status. It’s really
fulfilling to meet and work with nonprofit founders at the start of their journey,
and to be able to guide them through the steps of formally incorporating and
scaling up."

ARRON PAK
Commercial Litigation, “ I find pro bono work to be incredibly valuable because I’m able to advocate

Associate, Los Angeles for people who might not otherwise have access to legal recourse or remedy.
It’s a key reminder as to why I chose this profession in the first place. Pro bono
work is also intellectually challenging, which helps me refine and develop my
skills as an attorney.”

PAULA PHILLIPS
Litigation, Legal “ I was the kid that trick-or-treated for UNICEF and started volunteering at
Executive Assistant, nursing homes and hospitals when I was seven years old. Hunger, child abuse,
Los Angeles elder care and peace initiatives have always been what I gravitate toward.”

LISA PRATHER
Health Care, Special “ Legal pro bono work has allowed me to combine my profession with my
Counsel, Dallas passion for giving back to the health care community. People have done things
for me in life for which I could never repay, so it only seems right that I use the
training and skills I was fortunate enough to acquire to help others.”

KELLY RIZZO

Real Estate, Associate, “ Pro bono work has helped broaden my understanding of the needs in our
Charlotte community. Additionally, I am not a litigator, so hearing the judge grant your
petition or motion in favor of your client is personally rewarding for me.”

ALEXA ROLLINS
Capital Markets, “ I’m passionate about immigration as my own grandfather immigrated
Associate, Chicago to the United States from the Dominican Republic. I wouldn’t be here if he
hadn’t taken that risk, so this is my way of honoring him and assisting other
individuals and families who, too, are seeking a better life."

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