Davis Polk counsel and Head of Corporate & Transactional Pro Bono Jillian Berman, Pro Bono Counsel for Corporate & Transactional Matters Connie Chiang, associates Tucker Higgins and Caelin Ivanov, Pro Bono Attorney for Corporate & Transactional Matters Jenny Dai and law clerk Freddie Hayeck were recognized at Legal Aid Society’s 2026 Pro Bono Publico Awards for outstanding pro bono service. 

The annual awards recognize the work of volunteer lawyers, law firms, corporations and other professionals who have volunteered their time and talent to provide exceptional legal services to low-income New Yorkers.

The awards were presented on October 7, 2026, in New York.