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PRO BONO WORK HELPS DEFINE KATTEN

Each year, our Pro Bono Annual Review offers a glimpse into who we are. It reflects not only what we’ve
accomplished over the last year, but also what we value. At Katten, pro bono work is not peripheral to our
practice; it is central to our culture, inseparable from our identity and has shaped the firm we are today.

We are proud of the pro bono represen- The firm’s pro bono practice is a shared This report celebrates everyone who
tation highlighted in this annual report endeavor that brings together attorneys contributed to this year’s pro bono
and of our attorneys’ and business pro- and business professionals across efforts, including those who led and sup-
fessionals’ dedication to the people offices, geographies and disciplines. It ported complex matters, navigated
we’ve helped along the way. We do this reinforces the legal know-how we bring transactional hurdles, staffed immigra-
work because it is what’s right, and to the table, and reminds us that the tion support clinics, partnered with com-
because standing beside an individual or tools of our profession can extend access munity organizations, and dedicated
organization as we help them achieve a to justice and further public good. Pro their time and attention. The firm’s com-
better future is the greatest reward. The bono connects our daily practice to the mitment to pro bono keeps our culture
matters that follow showcase clients principles that led us to the legal profes- strong and our values clear.
who found stability, a fair chance or a new sion in the first place, while deepening
We look ahead with the same commit-
start through our pro bono support. our sense of purpose.
ment that you’ll read about in these pages.
By continuing to take on matters that
challenge us, sharpen our skills and make
tangible differences in people’s lives, we
honor the best of our profession.
Gil Soffer, Chairman

PRO BONO COMMITTEE

Charlotte Los Angeles New York
Lindsey L. Smith, Partner Scott C. Cutrow, Partner Karen Artz Ash, Partner

Chicago Leah E.A. Solomon, Counsel Washington, DC
Chad R. Doobay, Partner Joel R. Weiner, Partner Ally Jordan, Associate
Dallas London Sean S. Wooden, Partner
Michaela C. Crocker, Partner Charlotte Sallabank, Partner

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