Opening Doors to Justice
Foster Garvey’s Commitment to Pro Bono Work & Community Impact
We channel decades of tradition and experience into high-impact pro bono work that strengthens our communities.
For us, pro bono is more than just a commitment; it’s an enduring tradition and an essential part of our firm’s identity. From our roots as Foster Pepper and Garvey Schubert Barer, we’ve built a culture centered on giving back. Our attorneys devote more than 3,000 hours each year into cases that matter—fighting for justice, supporting the underserved and lifting up the communities we call home.
What We Do
Attorneys across all practices and levels, from our new hires to senior practitioners, pitch in. Our people stand up for those without a voice, fueled with the same tenacity we bring to every client challenge.
From high-stakes advocacy to quiet but powerful wins for individuals, we take on cases impacting large, societal issues and individual struggles alike. These matters range from high-profile criminal justice reform and clemency petitions to cases involving immigrant rights and veterans’ needs.
Why It Counts
This isn’t goodwill alone. It’s grit, skill and a century-old belief that the law belongs to everyone. Pro bono roots us in the communities we serve and reminds us why we became lawyers in the first place.
national recognition
The ABA’s Highest
Pro Bono Honor
The American Bar Association awarded Adrian Urquhart Winder the Pro Bono Publico Award in recognition of her outstanding commitment to providing volunteer legal services to low-income and disadvantaged individuals.
Since 1984, the Pro Bono Publico Award has highlighted the extraordinary efforts of attorneys across various sectors, including small and large firms, government offices and corporate law departments.

Tom Ahearne’s Pro Bono Work Upholds State’s Gun Control Laws
7.9.25
Foster Garvey’s Summer Associate Project with Family Violence Appellate Project
5.13.25
Championing Lasting Change: Jay Donovan’s Pro Bono Contributions to Hopelink
3.5.25
Foster Garvey’s Pro Bono Efforts in a Landmark Washington Supreme Court Case
2.25.25
2025 pro bono & community impact report
Championing Justice, Serving Community
Showcasing metrics and stories of how our attorneys and professionals have made a meaningful impact through pro bono service.
Pro Bono Committee
Connect With Us
Our Pro Bono program focuses on meaningful work that aligns with our firm’s values and fosters positive change for individuals and organizations around North America.
For inquiries about pro bono opportunities, please reach out using the contact form.