On February 4, 2008, the Sidebar section of The Recorder published an article entitled Pro Bono Counsel Find Strength in Growing Numbers, highlighting the creation of the Association of Pro Bono Counsel (APBCo).

Today, the Association of Pro Bono Counsel (“APBCo”) publicly announced that it has been established to support the professional development of full-time pro bono counsel at commercial law firms. With over 85 attorney members from across the country, the group’s mission is to encourage and support the delivery of free legal services to individuals and nonprofit organizations that cannot afford to hire attorneys.