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Pro Bono
We have an obligation to help the more vulnerable in our population. My path had its hardships but, through grace, I was able to become a strong lawyer. It’s important to me that I return that favor to the world.
– Mary McKelvey
Judge Rules in Favor of McKelvey and Schultz in Death Row Inmate Case
Pro Bono Judge Rules in Favor of McKelvey and Schultz in Death Row Inmate Case Los Angeles attorneys Mary McKelvey and David Schultz received a rare initial victory in a state habeas death penalty case, given less than 3% of these claims are granted. Los Angeles attorneys Mary McKelvey and David Schultz received a rare initial victory in a state habeas death penalty case, given less than 3% of these claims [...]
Immigration Victory for Third Sister!
Pro Bono Immigration Victory for the Third Sister! Los Angeles Partner Mary McKelvey and Associates Danila Toscano and Ilana Zelener received another immigration victory this week in a case involving the third of three sisters who fled horrors and abuse in the Honduras. The Polsinelli team has been working to obtain status in the United States for three sisters who came to the United States as unaccompanied minors in 2014. We were [...]
Polsinelli Wins Asylum For Child Immigrants With Big Dreams
Pro Bono Polsinelli Wins Asylum For Child Immigrants With Big Dreams After enduring years of physical and sexual abuse in Honduras, two teenage sisters with big dreams to help others in their new lives were recently granted asylum in the U.S., following three years of pro bono advocacy by a team of attorneys at Polsinelli. The team of attorneys, led by partner Mary McKelvey, say they worked for three years, gaining the [...]
A Passion for Pro Bono
Pro Bono A Passion for Pro Bono From Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles archives April 2015 by Mary McKelvey When was the last time that you, as a lawyer, felt the deep satisfaction that comes from applying the principles of justice to right a wrong or been moved to tears by emotional gratification that flows from successfully advocating for a worthy individual who lacks a voice? If nothing comes to mind [...]
Rachel and Angela M.: A Rare Glimpse Into the Lives of Two Girls Who Fled Danger and Abuse In Search of a Country That Could Provide a Safe Haven
Pro Bono Angela & Rachel Rachel and Angela M.: A Rare Glimpse Into the Lives of Two Girls Who Fled Danger and Abuse In Search of a Country That Could Provide a Safe Haven I was privileged to serve on a team of attorneys from my firm who were able to obtain two rare asylum victories, in a pro bono matter, for two young girls from Honduras who fled horrific abuse and [...]