Pro Bono Awards & Recognition

We are proud of the work our attorneys do to strengthen families, empower the community, and protect civil rights. As part of the American Bar Association’s National  Pro Bono Celebration, Bass, Berry & Sims recognizes our 105 legal professionals – attorneys, paralegals, interns and legal assistants – for their amazing dedication to making a real impact in our communities. Over the past year, all the individuals featured in the video below had 20+ pro bono hours over the past year and 62 professionals met the American Bar Association’s 50-hour recommended annual number, including 35 attorneys that had more than 100 hours. We consider these individuals our Pro Bono Champions and are thankful for their dedication to making a real impact in our communities and on the lives of those we serve.

 

In addition, the firm and our attorneys have been recognized by various organizations and associations on behalf of pro bono activities, including the following highlights:

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David Esquivel and Bass, Berry & Sims
Rule of Law Award (2022)
Tennessee Innocence Project
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Champion of Justice Award (2021)
Memphis Bar Association
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Tennessee Supreme Court Recognized Law Office for Justice (2021)
Tennessee Supreme Court
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Pro Bono Leadership Award (2021)
Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee
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Law Firm Award (2020)
Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Initiative
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Champion of Justice Award (2019)
Memphis Bar Association
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Margaret Dodson and Jeff Gibson
Pro Bono Attorneys of the Year (2019)

Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee
Angie Bergman
Angie Bergman
Harris Gilbert Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year Award (2019)
Tennessee Bar Association
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Sehrish Siddiqui
J. Michael Cody Access to Justice Award (2018)
Memphis Area Legal Services
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Law Firm Award (2018)
Tennessee Justice Center
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David Esquivel
Liberty Bell Award (2018)
Nashville Bar Association
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Taylor Gray
J. Michael Cody Access to Justice Award (2017)
Memphis Area Legal Services
Jeff Gibson
Jeff Gibson
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year (2017)
Tennessee Justice Center
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Approved Legal Assistance Organization (2016)
Tennessee Supreme Court
Brian Roark | Healthcare Fraud attorney | Bass, Berry & Sims
Brian Roark
Pro Bono Champion (2014)
American Health Lawyers Association
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Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Initiative Gala Award (2011)
Tennessee Bar Association

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