Social Commitment
Pro Bono Work
Pro bono work is the work that all lawyers are willing to do for free, committed to those in need and to just causes.
We recognize the importance of contributing to the well-being of our community and supporting those who do not have access to legal services due to economic constraints. Through our pro bono work, we seek to promote justice, equity and access to the law for all.
Our pro bono work has had a significant impact on the community, providing crucial support to those who need it most. We have received several awards for our contributions, reflecting our ongoing commitment to social justice and community well-being.
Recognized as Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year 2024 by Latin Lawyer Awards
BVU Culture
We foster a culture of service within our firm, encouraging all of our attorneys and staff to participate in pro bono projects. We provide training and resources to ensure that they can provide the best possible advice and representation.
Average Hours per Lawyer
Hours so far in 2024
Alliances
Pro Bono Peru Alliance
Non-profit civil association created on November 21, 2013 with the purpose of promoting pro bono work in Peru. It serves as a meeting point between lawyers and people in vulnerable situations and/or organizations that assist such people, promoting the provision of legal services with a high standard of quality. Currently, the Pro Bono Alliance articulates a network of 16 lawyers' organizations and more than 200 civil society organizations.
Trust Law
TrustLaw is the Thomson Reuters Foundation's global pro bono network that connects high-impact NGOs and social enterprises focused on creating social and/or environmental change with the best law firms and corporate legal teams around the world by providing them with free legal assistance, while promoting press freedom, inclusive economics and human rights. TrustLaw currently has a community of over 6,500 members in more than 190 countries.
Emblematic Cases
Sodalitium case
Defense of 5 former members of this Christian association, who denounced its founder, Luis Fernando Figari, for conspiracy to commit a crime, kidnapping and serious psychological damage.
Trans Association
Feminist Organization for the Human Rights of Trans People that we advise in the struggle and guarantee of their labor rights, among others related to the trans community.
Jesuits of Peru
We advise them on the implementation of the compliance and transparency program of their congregation, the Fe y Alegría Schools, and the Inspira Shelter.
Trial against former congressman
Defense of a congressional office worker who was allegedly sexually abused by a former congressman, who was disqualified and disqualified from public office.
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