Akin Gump Launches Inaugural Day of Service
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(Washington, D.C.) – Akin Gump lawyers and staff from offices across the firm will participate in the firm’s inaugural community service day—“Akin Gump in Action”—this month. The initiative, which will take place throughout the week of June 11, will be held in partnership with the education nonprofit City Year. “Akin Gump in Action” aims to provide an opportunity for firm personnel to work together to support and improve the lives of those in need within many of the local communities in which Akin Gump operates.
“This is a chance for all of us to work side by side to give back to each of our communities in a meaningful way, and to foster even greater camaraderie and teamwork with each other,” said Akin Gump chairperson Kim Koopersmith. “At Akin Gump, we believe in being impactful, not just in our client work, but in our commitment to our communities and one another—and a terrific way to demonstrate that commitment is by rolling up our sleeves and working together on these meaningful projects.”
The focus of these inaugural events are on positively impacting the lives of children in our communities. As part of the day of service, personnel from each of the firm’s U.S. offices, along with its London office, will undertake volunteer projects at area schools, playgrounds or community centers. Examples of projects include painting walls and murals, rebuilding playground equipment, and constructing bookcases, storage units and cubbies at a community center.
“Akin Gump in Action” represents part of broader efforts by the firm to assist those in need and support the communities in which firm personnel live and work through pro bono work, charitable giving and partnerships with local organizations.
Founded in 1945, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP is a leading international law firm with more than 900 lawyers in offices throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
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