Join Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio on Wednesday, October 22 at 5:30 PM for the Journey Toward Justice Reception, a celebration of pro bono service and LASCO's mission to provide civil legal aid and advocacy, combat injustice, and increase opportunities across Southeast and Central Ohio. Tickets are free, but pre-registration is encouraged!

At the Journey Toward Justice Reception, we will present six outstanding Legal Aid volunteers and one legal department with Pro Bono Excellence Awards. You can learn more about our amazing award winners here.

2025 Pro Bono Excellence Award Recipients:

Pro Bono Impact Award: Rod Reuscher – JPMorganChase 

Exceptional Service by a Law Firm or Corporation: Barnes & Thornburg

In the Trenches Award: Carol Rieger-Taylor – American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Outstanding Service by an Individual: Vivian Opelt  

Outstanding Pro Bono Collaboration: Gretchen Lipari & Chad Dworkin – Nationwide

Pro Bono Powerhouse Award: Frederick D. Benton, Jr., – Frederick D. Benton, Jr., L.P.A.