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“A Lawyer Helps” is the new State Bar of Michigan initiative to get more attorneys involved in pro bono and community service. To show the importance of public service, the State Bar featured attorney Richard Bernstein’s tireless pro bono work advocating for the disabled and vulnerable.
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Lawyers make a difference for people and for society.
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Featured Story - Pro Bono Service Blind since birth, Richard Bernstein has taken on pro bono work in cases ranging from wheelchair access to Detroit buses, disabled access at Michigan Stadium, and the safety of disabled pedestrians at Oakland County roundabout traffic intersections. Mr. Bernstein won the 2003-04 Regeana Myrick Award, given by the SBM Young Lawyers Section to recognize his commitment to public service. |
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In 2002, the Macomb Intermediate School District presented him with a special honor for his work on behalf of disabled students and their families and he was the Detroit Jewish Community Relations Council's choice for its Activist of the Year honor. He received the 2008 John W. Cummiskey Award from the State Bar of Michigan.
Click here to download the Michigan Bar Journal feature story about “A Lawyer Helps.”
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Michigan Sports Hall of Fame Honors Richard Bernstein with Courage Award
Attorney Richard Bernstein Named Leader in the Law by Michigan Lawyers Weekly
Victory! Disabled Win Access to U-M Stadium