Volunteer of the Month – November 2017 Firm: Concote Corporation Shelby Ricketts is the CEO and Corporate Counsel of Concote Corporation. 1. How did you first get involved in pro bono? I basically wandered into a DVAP promotional seminar at the Belo Mansion for some free MCLE credit. I found out it was only free if I accepted two simple cases or a complex case. By the time I left, someone had swooped up the two … [Read more...]
Shelby Ricketts
Sherrie R. Abney
Volunteer of the Month – October 2017 Firm: Law Offices of Sherrie R. Abney Sherrie Abney is a sole practitioner, specializing in collaborative law. 1. How did you first get involved in pro bono? I got started in pro bono over 20 years ago. I did divorces and child custody mostly. 2. Describe your most compelling pro bono case. I cannot describe the most compelling case because I can't pick one out. Grandmother … [Read more...]
Susan G. Morris
Volunteer of the Month – August 2017 Firm: Susan G. Morris, Attorney and Counselor Susan G. Morris began practicing estate planning and probate law in the Dallas area in 1983. In 2013, after forming her own firm, Susan began volunteering through DVAP at various Wills Clinics and the Veterans Clinic. Susan has enjoyed working with clients through these clinics. Susan has made estate planning presentations to various groups … [Read more...]
Nicole Collins
Volunteer of the Month – July 2017 Firm: Hunton & Williams LLP Nicole Collins is an Associate at Hunton & Williams. She has handled several pro bono cases over the years, mostly in the family law context – including drafting wills for seniors; no property, no kids divorces; with kids divorces; and name changes. She has found handling these matters to be very rewarding. She has also interviewed applicants about their … [Read more...]
Jarrett Reed
Volunteer of the Month – June 2017 Firm: Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP Jarrett Reed is a partner with Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP. The majority of his volunteer involvement is at the South and East Dallas Clinics. He was fortunate to be named an Outstanding Clinic Attorney Volunteer in 2014, and he thinks that helping people understand the process and potential avenues towards a solution for their issues at the front end … [Read more...]
Michael Jones
Volunteer of the Month – May 2017 Firm: Henry & Jones, LLP Michael Jones is a partner with Henry & Jones, LLP where he specializes in civil trial work and appeals, as well as estate and probate matters. He has handled many pro bono matters over his years of practice. Several years ago, Mike began volunteering at the Veterans Legal Clinic at the VA Hospital and has handled several pro bono cases for veterans. Mike … [Read more...]
Hilary Blake
Volunteer of the Month – April 2017 Firm: Assistant District Attorney for Dallas County Hilary Blake moved to Dallas in 2012 and immediately got involved with DVAP. Currently, as an Assistant District Attorney for Dallas County during the business day, Hilary volunteers her time at night and on weekends with DVAP and loves the plethora of pro bono opportunities. In the past, Hilary has assisted with drafting wills for … [Read more...]
