Clifford Chance

Clifford Chance strengthens pro bono impact in partnership with Paladin

Clifford Chance today announced its partnership with Paladin, an innovative technology tool that facilitates attorney engagement and broadens the reach of the Firm's programs and activities based in the US.

The Firm's lawyers will use the tool to receive real-time listings of available pro bono matters that fit their preferences and to request projects when their schedules allow. Paladin's platform will provide the Firm with metrics, internal tracking capabilities and external reporting on trending needs in the communities it serves.

The partnership aligns with Clifford Chance's Responsible Business strategy, which guides how the Firm conducts its core business activities and encompasses strong support for pro bono work that widens access to justice and supports the rule of law globally.

"Our pro bono practice in the United States plays a significant role in fulfilling the Firm's global pledge to help 100,000 people annually," said Evan Cohen, Regional Managing Partner for Clifford Chance in the Americas. "Our goals in partnering with Paladin are to increase engagement and create efficiencies that will enable us to do even more."

“Clifford Chance’s unique pledge is a testament to the Firm’s commitment to access to justice,” said Kristen Sonday, Paladin’s Co-founder and COO. “We’re looking forward to working with their visionary team on scaling pro bono in a meaningful way.”