Claire James, Head of New York Private Equity, received the President's Pro Bono Service Award from the New York State Bar Association at the 2025 Pro Bono awards.

Claire was selected as the recipient for the First Judicial District (Manhattan) in recognition of her pro bono with Volunteers of Legal Services including helping mothers who are incarcerated, asylum seekers and the homeless. She also counsels non-profits on maintaining good governance practices. 

The Pro Bono Awards bring judges and lawyers from across the state to celebrate service to others. Law Day is celebrated annually on May 1 to recognize those attorneys committed to doing legal work for no compensation. Read here to learn more about the recognition.