Houston Volunteer Lawyers is proud to recognize the outstanding recipients of the 2026 HVL Pro Bono Awards, presented at the Houston Bar Foundation Annual Luncheon on February 17 at the Four Seasons Hotel Houston.
These awardees exemplify what it means to show up for our community and expand access to justice in powerful and lasting ways.
Cheurón
Chevron’s legal team demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to veterans this year, sponsoring a wills clinic that served 12 veterans and sponsoring four Veterans Legal Advice Clinics. Their partnership continues to make a meaningful difference for those who have served our country.
Hunton Andrews Kurth
With 63 active pro bono cases in 2025 and more than 2,000 hours donated to HVL pro bono work, Hunton Andrews Kurth led by example. The firm ran a robust Pro Bono Month campaign supporting HVL, including CLEs and LegalLine sponsorships, achieved 100% participation in our New Associate Bootcamp, and supported a pro bono fellowship. Their leadership reflects a firmwide culture of service.
Porter Hedges
From hosting an annual summer associate wills clinic to sponsoring LegalLine, Porter Hedges is truly all hands-on deck. Attorneys and paralegals alike are actively engaged, and the firm continues to show up for our Record Clearing and Estate Planning Projects.
DLA Piper LLP (US)
DLA Piper cosponsored two clinics this year, including LegalLine and a Veterans Clinic, and carried 16 active pro bono cases spanning guardianship, naturalization, record clearing, name changes, and tax matters. Their broad engagement across so many practice areas reflects a strong and ongoing commitment to HVL’s clients.
Jeremy Berman
Jere
my Berman actively worked on 30 pro bono cases in 2025, demonstrating an extraordinary personal commitment to serving HVL clients. He consistently says yes when there is a need and approaches each case with care, generosity, and professionalism. His steady dedication and heart for service truly embody the spirit of pro bono.
