Congratulations to the 2022 Pro Bono Stars
| Publication year | 2022 |
| Pages | 42 |
| Citation | Vol. 51 No. 9 Pg. 42 |
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BAR NEWS HIGHLIGHT
Every October, in honor of pro bono month, the Denver Bar Association and the DBA Access to Justice Committee recognize a select few individuals for their outstanding pro bono contributions within the Denver legal community. This year's six honorees are Spencer Allen, Christopher Jackson, Leo Milan, Amelia Power, Nicoal Sperrazza, and Naomi Stokeld. Please join us in celebrating these amazing Pro Bono Stars!
Spencer Allen
Spencer practices environmental and natural resources litigation for a small Denver firm. Although the type of law Spencer practices does not present many opportunities for direct pro bono work, Spencer has always been driven to help bridge the legal need gap. He volunteers with the Federal Pro Se Clinic, where he assists litigants in a diverse range of cases, from Tide VII employment discrimination to Fair Housing Act violations. He also represents clients in federal court through the Federal Limited Appearance Program. Spencer's early introduction to pro bono work started in the University of Denver Civil Litigation Clinic, where he was inspired on a daily basis by 2021 Pro Bono Star Professor Tammy Kuennen on how to be a dedicated advocate to those in need.
Christopher Jackson
Chris is a partner at Holland & Hart LLP. His practice focuses primarily on civil appeals in both state and federal court. Chris has handled appellate pro bono matters for over a decade on a wide range of topics, from landlord-tenant disputes to divorce proceedings to foreclosure matters. Most recently, he’s been an active volunteer at the CBA’s civil appeals clinic, which provides free, limited-scope legal consultations to pro se litigants. Chris also spends a substantial amount of time on election-related pro bono work, helping nonprofits, candidates, and others navigate the often-complex rules surrounding political activity. In addition, he serves on the CBA Board of Governors and the DBA Board of Trustees, and he is an active member of the ABA’s and CBA’s appellate practice committees
Leo Milan
Leo is a retired senior assistant attorney general and former pro bono coordinator with the Colorado Department of Law. During his tenure at the AG’s Office, and in conjunction with Metro Volunteer Lawyers, the pro bono program grew to over 40 volunteers and over 200 clients per year...
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