Baltimore, MD (June 25, 2026) -- Venable LLP announced today that it has been selected by the Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland (PBRC) as the recipient of the 2026 Maryland Pro Bono Service Award for Law Firms, recognizing the firm's innovative approaches to delivering free legal services and its exceptional commitment to engaging attorneys in pro bono service.
The Maryland Pro Bono Service Awards honor individuals and organizations whose dedication to volunteer legal service helps expand access to justice across the state. Venable was selected for its exemplary contributions and its success in encouraging broad participation in pro bono work throughout the firm.
"We are deeply honored to receive this recognition," said Warren Hamel, chair of the firm's Pro Bono program and co-chair of the firm's Investigations and White Collar Defense Practice. "Pro bono service is a core part of Venable's culture and professional responsibility. Our attorneys and staff are committed to using their skills to help ensure that all Marylanders have access to legal assistance, regardless of their financial circumstances."
The Venable team received the award during PBRC's annual Partners for Justice Conference, the state's largest gathering of advocates dedicated to advancing access to justice. The award was formally presented by Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader of the Supreme Court of Maryland at the Maryland State Bar Association Legal Summit.
Venable attorneys contribute thousands of hours annually to pro bono matters, partnering with legal services organizations, community groups, and courts to provide critical assistance to individuals and families facing legal challenges. The firm's pro bono program spans a wide range of issues, including housing stability, family law, veterans' advocacy, immigration matters, nonprofit representation, and civil rights protections. For more information on Venable's pro bono service, visit https://www.venable.com/community/probono.
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