Good in Practice tells the powerful stories of the good pro bono can achieve, highlighting the work of Greenberg Traurig attorneys, staff, and clients. The goal is to encourage all practitioners to assist undeserved and vulnerable communities by providing much-needed legal counsel on a volunteer basis. Caroline Heller, chair of Greenberg Traurig's Global Pro Bono Practice, is the host.
Good In Practice
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Good in Practice tells the powerful stories of the good pro bono can achieve, highlighting the work of Greenberg Traurig attorneys, staff, and clients. The goal is to encourage all practitioners to assist undeserved and vulnerable communities by providing much-needed legal counsel on a volunteer basis. Caroline Heller, chair of Greenberg Traurig's Global Pro Bono Practice, is the host.
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June 10, 2026
Fighting for the Truth: The Wrongful Conviction Case of Pierre Rushing
<p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's Good In Practice podcast, host Caroline Heller, Chair of the firm's Global Pro Bono Program, sits down with Jordan Grotzinger, Co-Chair of the firm's Los Angeles Litigation Practice, to discuss one of the most compelling pro bono cases in GT's recent history: the wrongful conviction case of Pierre Rushing.</span></p> <p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">Pierre Rushing was convicted of murder at age 22, sentenced to 50 years to life, has now spent 15 years incarcerated for a crime that mounting evidence suggests he did not commit. Pierre has maintained his innocence since the beginning.</span></p> <p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">Jordan, whose day-to-day practice focuses on trade secrets and commercial litigation, explains how a podcast he listened to during the pandemic sparked his interest in wrongful conviction work and ultimately led him to Pierre's case. He walks listeners through the significant evidentiary problems with the original conviction, including the testimony of an eyewitness whose description of the perpetrator changed dramatically over time.</span></p> <p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">Their conversation traces the long and winding post-conviction road, including two prior habeas proceedings, a federal appeal to the Ninth Circuit, and the eventual emergence of critical new evidence. That evidence includes a recantation by the original eyewitness, declarations from two individuals who were present at the scene stating that Pierre was not there, and - most strikingly - 464 pages of police reports produced by the prosecution 13 years after the conviction, which may have violated the Brady disclosure rules of evidence.</span></p> <p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">Beyond the legal details, the episode offers a look at Pierre as a person - a young man from a difficult background in Oakland who was going to school and building a future as a rapper when his life was upended. Jordan reflects on Pierre's resilience and on the extraordinary contributions of GT associate Andrea Carmona, whose work he credits as essential to getting the case to its current stage.</span></p> <p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">The episode closes with a broader call to action. With over 3,800 documented exonerations in the United States since 1989, and far more individuals claiming wrongful conviction without access to legal representation, Jordan and Caroline urge lawyers to consider taking on innocence cases pro bono. </span></p> <p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">A hearing in Pierre's case is forthcoming. For more, watch this CNN interview with Jordan Grotzinger and Andrea Carmona, visit: <a href= "https://www.gtlaw.com/en/news/2026/05/media-coverage/injustice-system-re-examining-the-murder-case-of-pierre-rushing" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.gtlaw.com/en/news/2026/05/media-coverage/injustice-system-re-examining-the-murder-case-of-pierre-rushing</a>.</span></p> <p class="xmsonormal"><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;"> </span></p>
May 1, 2026
Mercy for Survivors: How Pro Bono Lobbying Helped Pass Landmark Human Trafficking Legislation in Texas
<p><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> In this episode of Good in Practice, host Caroline Heller sits down with Elizabeth Hadley, a Greenberg Traurig shareholder in the firm's Austin office, to discuss a years-long pro bono legislative effort that culminated in a landmark victory for human trafficking survivors in Texas. </span></p> <p><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">As the pro bono lobbyist for the Lone Star Justice Alliance, Elizabeth worked across multiple legislative sessions to pass a law establishing duress as a defense for victims of human trafficking who were forced to commit crimes by their abusers. The legislation, which was ultimately signed into law following a regular session, a gubernatorial veto, and a rare special session fix, allows survivors to introduce evidence of their history of trauma and exploitation at trial.</span></p> <p><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">Elizabeth and Caroline discuss the coalition-building and bipartisan cooperation that made the bill possible, the story of one survivor whose experience helped drive the effort, and what this work means to Elizabeth personally.</span></p> <p><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">They also reflect on how pro bono legislative work represents an often overlooked but powerful way for lawyers to give back to their communities.</span></p>
March 5, 2026
Leadership and Legacy: How Pro Bono Work Shapes Greenberg Traurig's Culture, Careers, and Client Relationships
<p><span style= "font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;"> In this special relaunch episode of the Good in Practice podcast, Caroline Heller, Chair of Greenberg Traurig's Global Pro Bono Program, sits down with GT CEO Brian Duffy to explore the heart and impact of pro bono work at the firm.<br /> <br /> Together, they discuss Greenberg Traurig's unique philosophy of giving back, emphasizing how pro bono service is not only an obligation but also a privilege and a core value that strengthens the firm's culture.<br /> <br /> Brian shares personal stories from his early legal career, highlighting how pro bono matters accelerate associate development, build confidence, and offer transformative opportunities for client interaction and leadership.<br /> <br /> The conversation addresses common concerns associates may have about taking on pro bono work—such as subject matter intimidation and balancing billable expectations—while reinforcing the firm's commitment to supporting approved pro bono matters.<br /> <br /> Caroline and Brian also examine how collaborating on pro bono initiatives deepens professional relationships and makes teams stronger, more empathetic, and effective.<br /> <br /> Brian encourages all attorneys to get involved, underscoring that volunteering yields personal and professional rewards far beyond expectations.<br /> <br /> Tune in to hear inspiring stories and learn why pro bono is integral to Greenberg Traurig's legacy of service, leadership, and excellence.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /> <!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><br style= "mso-special-character: line-break;" /> <!--[endif]--></span></p>
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