Wendy Wrosch Richards
Principal & Pro Bono Counsel @Miller Canfield
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WORK HISTORY
Principal & Pro Bono Counsel @Miller Canfield
Detroit, MI, US
Leads Miller Canfield\'s pro bono efforts firm-wide, which annually provides thousands of hours of legal services to individuals and groups that would otherwise not be able to afford legal representation. Assisted in and led teams involving high-impact immigration litigation matters, civil rights class actions, community development projects, entrepreneurship opportunities for persons living in disadvantaged communities. Highlights include:• Oversee pro bono program recognized in 2020 by Chambers USA as in top 12 in the country • Within two years, doubled the number of pro bono hours donated by the firm • Served as Special Counsel in the Executive Office of the Governor, State of Michigan• Established with Michigan Community Resources the Detroit COVID-19 Small Business Clinic hosted on Detroit Means Business website• Led team of 14 law firms on national project with Brennan Center for Justice and Lawyers\' Committee for Civil Rights to encourage lawyers to be poll workers• Coordinate with Michigan Department of State, Attorney General’s Office, nonprofits, and a major energy company in designing a statewide initiative to restore drivers’ licenses and enhance workforce development opportunities in vulnerable communities
EDUCATION
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts - BA, History
University of Virginia School of Law
JD
SKILLS
ABOUT WENDY WROSCH RICHARDS
At Miller Canfield, leadership and service intersect where we deliver thousands of hours of pro bono legal assistance annually, fostering access to justice for underserved groups. Our team\'s efforts in high-impact litigation and community development projects have not only been recognized nationally but have tangibly doubled pro bono contributions under my guidance.With a steadfast commitment to economic development and quality of life improvements, my role extends beyond the courtroom into pioneering inclusive systems change. Collaborating with stakeholders across various sectors, we\'ve successfully launched initiatives that break down barriers and craft opportunities for those in disadvantaged communities.
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