The report recognizes Canada's law firms that demonstrate pro bono infrastructure at an institutional level.
Toronto (Canada) – Fasken has been recognized in Canadian Lawyer's 5-Star Pro Bono Firms 2024 report, highlighting the Firm's dedication to bettering our communities through pro bono services.
"We are proud of the commitment of our lawyers to pro bono legal services. This recognition is a reflection of their efforts and the positive impact in our communities," said Martin Denyes, Firm Managing Partner.
Fasken has a long history of pro bono legal support and through last year's many pro bono matters our lawyers helped clients across the country who required legal advice across a variety of areas. The Firm also actively works to enhance our contributions to our communities and society through financial support for pro bono organizations, and through our long-term relationships with organizations serving others.
Canadian Lawyer's 5-Star Pro Bono Firms recognizes Canada's law firms that demonstrate pro bono infrastructure at an institutional level. The assessment criteria are evidence of pro bono infrastructure (e.g., pro bono committee, ability to quantify partner participation, etc.), count of pro bono time as billable time/towards targets (for large/national firms only), cost awards/charitable giving to A2J organizations and minimum five hours per lawyer pro bono time.