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:
![]() David Esquivel and Bass, Berry & Sims Rule of Law Award (2022) Tennessee Innocence Project |
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![]() Bass, Berry & Sims Champion of Justice Award (2021) Memphis Bar Association |
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![]() Bass, Berry & Sims Memphis Office Tennessee Supreme Court Recognized Law Office for Justice (2021) Tennessee Supreme Court |
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![]() Bass, Berry & Sims Pro Bono Leadership Award (2021) Legal Aid Society of Middle Tennessee |
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![]() Bass, Berry & Sims Law Firm Award (2020) Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Initiative |
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![]() Bass, Berry & Sims 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 |
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![]() 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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![]() Bass, Berry & Sims 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 |
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![]() Jeff Gibson Pro Bono Attorney of the Year (2017) Tennessee Justice Center |
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![]() Approved Legal Assistance Organization (2016) Tennessee Supreme Court |
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![]() 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 |
Read more about the firm’s pro bono news highlights by clicking below.