PROVIDENCE, RI, March 6, 2026 – Partridge Snow & Hahn (PSH) proudly announces its participation in the Federal Court/Bar Access to Justice Initiative’s Pro Bono Panel, established by the United States District Court for the District of Rhode Island. Introduced in February 2026, the Pro Bono Panel expands the scope of available resources and reinforces the Rhode Island legal community’s shared commitment to ensure fair, meaningful access to justice. Through this initiative, PSH attorneys will collaborate with the Court and fellow panel members to provide volunteer representation in appropriate civil matters, under the Court’s direction.
“As a firm, we believe in equal access to justice and the critical role pro bono services play in our court system,” said Paul M. Kessimian, PSH Co-Managing Partner and Chair of the Litigation & Disputes Practice. “Joining the Pro Bono Panel reflects our commitment to support those who face the challenge of representing themselves in federal litigation, and to give back to the community we serve.”
“This initiative strengthens the existing bridge between the federal court and the private bar here in Rhode Island, and we’re proud to be part of that effort,” said Travis McDermott, Partner at PSH and lead coordinator for the firm’s participation in the Initiative. “Pro bono work is not only a professional responsibility – it’s a meaningful way to use our skills to support individuals who need a fair chance to be heard in our federal court system.”
The Federal Court/Bar Access to Justice Initiative brings law firms and individual attorneys together with the federal court to provide high-quality pro bono legal representation to individuals who would otherwise navigate the federal court process alone.
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Partridge Snow & Hahn is a full-service business law and litigation firm committed to working collaboratively with clients to develop a deep understanding of their various industries, objectives, and unique ways of working to help advance business goals and solve legal challenges. With offices in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, the firm focuses on key areas of law: corporate & business, including M&A, employment, tax, and nonprofit; real estate, including commercial financing, environmental, and land use; and complex commercial litigation & disputes.
