April 8, 2011
Private: Federal Judges Laud Area Attorneys for Commitment to Pro Bono Work
'40 at 50' Judicial Pro Bono Recognition Breakfast, Philippa Scarlett, Pro Bono
The BLT: Blog of Legal Times provides coverage of the annual ‘40 at 50’ Judicial Pro Bono Recognition Breakfast where several Washington, D.C. law firms were honored for “their commitment to performing pro bono work during the past year.”
U.S. District Court Chief Judge Royce Lamberth and U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit Judge Merrick Garland applauded the work of the attorneys committed to pro bono work, including Philippa Scarlett (pictured), partner at Kirkland & Eillis and an ACS Board member. The BLT has photos of the event, including this one, which shows Scarlett with Thomas Williamson Jr., partner at Covington & Burling, and Judge Lamberth.
Judge Lamberth told the 30 law firms honored, “You understand that your time and talent can make the difference. We do value your work.” Judge Garland, noting high unemployment and poverty in the District, said, “We are not powerless against these statistics. I ask you to continue your partnerships with area legal service providers,” The BLT reported.