Firm News April 30, 2026
District of Columbia Courts Recognizes 29 Troutman Pepper Locke Attorneys in 2025 Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The District of Columbia Courts, in partnership with the D.C. Access to Justice Commission and the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center, has named 29 Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys to the 2025 Capital Pro Bono Honor Roll, which recognizes those who dedicate significant time to pro bono service.
The annual list honors attorneys who contributed at least 50 hours of pro bono work, with High Honors awarded to those who provided 100 hours or more. This year’s group represents a diverse cross-section of the legal community, spanning more than 180 law firms, solo practices, government agencies, corporations, associations, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions. The Honor Roll highlights the vital role that private and government attorneys play in providing pro bono services to those who cannot afford counsel, as well as to disadvantaged small businesses and community-based nonprofits.
Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys recognized with High Honors include Lisanne Crowley, Indira Sharma, Casselle Smith, Jeff Johnson, Savannah Billingham-Hemminger, Quintessa Davis, Ben Duwve, Peter Gaynor, Gabby Gelozin, Alexander Gershen, Charlene Goldfield, Matthew Griffin, Lacey Liles, Ryan Michalko, Rachelle Pointdujour, Sahara Shrestha, Ruki Smith, Kimberly Veklerov, and Elsie Yang.
Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys recognized with Honors include Pete Jeydel, Elizabeth McCormick, Misha Tseytlin, McKenzie Bayliss, Ayana Brown, Derek Centola, Peter Cox, Antonia Douglas, Lane Page, and Christopher Watts.
Each year, Troutman Pepper Locke attorneys dedicate thousands of pro bono hours in support of nonprofits, military veterans, children, the wrongfully convicted, civil rights and social justice initiatives, and so many other causes. Learn more at troutman.com/pro-bono.
Troutman Pepper Locke
Troutman Pepper Locke helps clients solve complex legal challenges and achieve their business goals in an ever-changing global economy. With more than 1,600 attorneys in 30+ offices, the firm serves clients in all major industry sectors, with particular depth in energy, financial services, health care and life sciences, insurance and reinsurance, private equity, and real estate. Learn more at troutman.com.
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