The Marvin E. Frankel Award for Pro Bono Service
The Marvin E. Frankel Award was established in 2002 to honor the memory of Human Rights First’s longtime chairman and to recognize law firms that exemplify Judge Frankel’s extraordinary dedication to human rights and commitment to pro bono service. Our honorees have done outstanding work on behalf of refugees, helping to set the bar for others.
From the 2023 Marvin E. Frankel Award honorees:
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
“The firm has a longstanding commitment to providing life-saving pro bono legal representation to asylum seekers, and we are truly grateful for our partnership with Human Rights First and its attorneys’ exceptional support. We look forward to continuing to grow this partnership in support of individuals and communities most in need.”
Ludivine Van der Heyden, Pro Bono Immigration Attorney
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP
“We are honored to receive the Frankel Award for the second time in less than five years and to continue this important work with Human Rights First. The need for these critical services continues to grow with more and more individuals and families seeking asylum beyond the borders of their homes.”
Jami McKeon, Firm Chair
Award recipients
2023
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP
2023
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP