Within the past two years, including most recently in December 2010, the Dallas office of Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has established a solid track record of victories in asylum cases, winning pro bono matters on behalf of victims of persecution based on political beliefs or sexual orientation. The attorneys have won three asylum cases and one “no deport” outcome for clients ranging from individuals to families of dissidents from Asia, the Middle East and Africa.

Dallas partner and Pro Bono Committee member Jared Rusman commented, “These victories underscore Weil’s unwavering commitment to human rights and pro bono service.” 

The Weil pro bono team achieving the latest victory was led by Dallas partners Michael Saslaw and Jared Rusman and included associates Carmen Bremer, Ben Stewart and John O’Connor, with significant contributions by associate Erin Eckols and administrative staff members Bridget Robinson-Roper and Teresa Doffer.