Encompass EducationCounsel Careers Contact Us Alumni Search People Capabilities Firm Culture Locations Idea Exchange What's New Pro Bono Seeking justice for those in need Pro Bono is powerful for those who receive it and equally for firm members who have the privilege to provide it. Our Pro Bono Program strives for liberty and justice for all in legal need. The program was created with the mission to serve the less fortunate and nonprofits providing services in our communities and beyond. Pro bono is a tradition deeply rooted in our culture. Since 1990, Nelson Mullins lawyers have provided over 622,450 hours of service. Overview Pro Bono Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Community Service Pro Bono Runs Deep in Our Culture Nelson Mullins is committed to serving the most vulnerable in our society with legal, social and economic issues through pro bono service. The Firm engages in complex pro bono litigation, policy and legislative advocacy, and provides individual representation to a diverse group of individuals and organizations whose mission is to serve people with limited means. As often described by our late partner and advocate, Stephen G. Morrison, pro bono work helps all of us to remember the reason we have laws—to protect, to help, to guide, and to seek justice. The Firm embraces the pro bono culture that those who serve the law shall serve the poor and disadvantaged. Historic Impact Litigation Justice Through Legislative Reform and New Courts Veterans Assistance Nelson Mullins’ attorneys are committed to serving those who have served their country and fellow citizens in the military. Lawyers 4 Vets This pro bono clinic was created in May, 2014, by SC Appleseed Legal Justice, in partnership with Dorn VA Medical Center and in coordination with and support from Nelson Mullins. The monthly legal clinic is for low-income vets seeking guidance or representation in specific areas of law from SC Bar attorneys. As of April, 2017, the Firm has received and screened over 4,200 calls from veterans. Read More... Adopt-A-Base Nelson Mullins is among a few firms nationwide participating in the Adopt-A-Base Program. In this program, the ABA Tax Section partners with the military and IRS to help train service members to become voluntary tax preparers through Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA). Numerous Firm tax attorneys provide annual training at bases located in NC, SC and GA. Read More... K9 For Warriors The Firm provides legislative support at the federal government affairs level to this nonprofit. The group is seeking to establish an accreditation for service dog providers to veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder among other goals. Estate Planning for Those Who Serve and Those in Need Protecting the Rights of the Incarcerated Children and the Law Representing Victims of Domestic Violence Corporate Lawyers Supporting Nonprofits PRO BONO CONTACTS Taylor Tapley Daly Partner T 404.322.6156 Pro Bono Videos Pro Bono Spotlight: City of Refuge Atlanta partner Andy Litvak and a group of Nelson Mullins attorneys and paralegals have been the central pro bono resource for City of Refuge — a nonprofit that helps individuals and families transition out of crisis — since it broke ground. PRO BONO AWARDS View AFFILIATIONS | IN THE COMMUNITY Highlights from the Field California Lawyers Association Recognizes Crispin Collins for Pro Bono Work November 16, 2021 Charleston Organization Provides Affordable Housing, Preserves History with New House November 1, 2021 Highlights of the Firm We use cookies to improve functionality and performance of our website and to provide you with the best possible browsing experience. These cookies include those which are strictly necessary for website operation, as well as those which are used for functionality and performance purposes. For more information on how our Sites use cookies, click here to view our Cookie Policy. Accept SITE MAP DISCLAIMER PRIVACY POLICY Copyright ©2021 Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP– Attorneys and Counselors at Law. All rights reserved. For informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future legal representation.