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Bernstein Shur says it appointed Maura Kelly as its first dedicated pro bono director
Bernstein Shur said it appointed Maura Kelly as its first dedicated Director of Pro Bono, based in Portland. The firm said she will develop its pro bono program with practice groups, its Pro Bono Committee and community partners, connecting service opportunities with attorney development.
Key points
- The firm said Kelly most recently directed career development at the University of Maine School of Law.Bernstein Shur
- Bernstein Shur said she established Boston University School of Law’s first formal pro bono program.Bernstein Shur
- The firm said her experience includes access-to-justice work for the Massachusetts Trial Court.Bernstein Shur
- Bernstein Shur said Hilary Holmes Rheaume will assist with the transition and remain a program resource.Bernstein Shur