We are proud of the work our attorneys do to strengthen families, empower the community, and protect civil rights. In conjunction with Pro Bono Month in October 2023, Bass, Berry & Sims celebrates our more than 125 legal professionals who made a significant investment in our pro bono work by providing more than 20 hours of service this past year, including the 35 individuals who contributed more than 100 pro bono hours. We consider these individuals our Pro Bono Champions and are thankful for their dedication to making a real impact in our communities.

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:

	Lucinda Smith Janice M. Holder Access to Justice Award (2024) Tennessee Alliance for Legal Services
	John Golwen Harris Gilbert Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award (2024) Tennessee Bar Association
	Bass, Berry & Sims National Public Service Award (2024) American Bar Association, Business Law Section
	David Esquivel Distinguished Leader (2023) ALM Southeastern Legal Awards
	Bass, Berry & Sims and David Esquivel The Rule of Law Award (2022) Tennessee Innocence Project
	Bass, Berry & Sims Champion of Justice Award (2021) Memphis Bar Association
	Bass, Berry & Sims Memphis Office Tennessee Supreme Court Recognized Law Office for Justice (2021) Tennessee Supreme Court
	Bass, Berry & Sims Pro Bono Leadership Award (2021) Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee
	Bass, Berry & Sims Law Firm Award (2020) Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Initiative
	Bass, Berry & Sims Champion of Justice Award (2019) Memphis Bar Association
	Margaret Dodson and Jeff Gibson Pro Bono Attorneys of the Year (2019) Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee
	Angie Bergman Harris Gilbert Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year Award (2019) Tennessee Bar Association
	Sehrish Siddiqui J. Michael Cody Access to Justice Award (2018) Memphis Area Legal Services
	Bass, Berry & Sims Law Firm Award (2018) Tennessee Justice Center
	David Esquivel Liberty Bell Award (2018) Nashville Bar Association
	Taylor Gray J. Michael Cody Access to Justice Award (2017) Memphis Area Legal Services
	Jeff Gibson Pro Bono Attorney of the Year (2017) Tennessee Justice Center
	Bass, Berry & Sims Approved Legal Assistance Organization (2016) Tennessee Supreme Court
	Brian Roark Pro Bono Champion (2014) American Health Lawyers Association
	Bass, Berry & Sims Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Initiative Gala Award (2011) Tennessee Bar Association

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