George Mason Law School Pro Bono Society
Providing Student Opportunities for Service and Growth in our Community
Haley Brechwald
President
Haley was the Pledge Coordinator for the Pro Bono Society during her 1L year and recently transitioned into her role as president. She went to the University of Pittsburgh for undergrad and majored in Political Science. Her dream legal job is to open her own law firm or nonprofit organization to represent and assist underserved communities.
Why Pro Bono Service is Important to Haley: "I have been privileged in so many ways in my life to have all my basic needs met. I know that many people are not so fortunate. Additionally, when people are in legal trouble, often those people may be going through the most vulnerable and low moment in their lives. It is important those people feel seen and heard, and have the same access to justice as the rest of us."
Peggy Brozi
Vice President
Peggy recently joined the Pro Bono Society and has already jumped into her new role as Vice President. Peggy went to James Madison University where she studied International Affairs. She is interested in pursuing a career in international human rights.
Why Pro Bono Service is Important to Peggy: "A legal education comes with a lot of privilege and responsibility, and it is important for me to use my education by paying it forward to others. Not everyone can afford and not everyone has easy access to legal services, but someone’s background should not be a barrier in getting legal assistance."
Jacob Frankson
Treasurer
Jacob also recently joined the Pro Bono Society and is eager to help the organization with its budget and finances. Jacob went to Grand Canyon University where he majored in History. His dream legal job is to join the JAG Corps or work in antitrust or criminal law.
Why is Pro Bono Service Important to Jacob: "I believe it is very important to give back to those less fortunate. I have the skills and capability to do so, so I see it as my duty to help those in need."
Becca Dougherty
Vice President of Volunteers
Becca has been a dedicated member of the Pro Bono Society during her 1L year, participating in a variety of legal research projects and volunteer opportunities with various organizations. Becca studied International Relations at Boston University and her dream legal job is to be a staff attorney at The Innocence Project.
Why Pro Bono Service is Important to Becca: "Having personally benefited from pro bono legal service, I understand how important free legal service can be, and I want to pay that forward. I am privileged enough to be able to attend law school and I want to use that privilege to help others who do not have the same opportunities that I do."
Jessica Schuler
Co-Vice President of Stipend Funding
Jessica is a new member of our team who is excited to raise money for student scholarships and stipends for their service. Jessica attended Virginia Commonwealth University where she studied English and Philosophy. She joined the Pro Bono Society because she wants to incorporate service and pro bono work into her legal career.
Why is Pro Bono Service Important to Jessica: "I have long held the belief that the law is the best and most efficient way to make a difference in the world, however pro bono is necessary to ensure that the law is being used for the public good. It allows lawyers and firms to allocate resources and provide access to justice and the legal system for those most often left out. It is central to the very nature and practice of law."
Ha Young Son
Co-Vice President of Stipend Funding
Ha Young is has been a dedicated Pro Bono Society during her 1L year and is eager to take over this new role as Co-VP of Stipend Funding. Ha Young attended Keimyung University where she studied International Relations. She is interested in pursuing a career in international human rights law.
Why Pro Bono Service is Important to Ha Young: "There are many people who are in desperate need of legal aid but are unable to afford it, and I believe it’s extremely important to not only provide legal services to those who can pay for it but also to those who cannot."
Kim Brooking
Vice President of Outreach
With us since our founding, Max Johnson is one of our veteran team members. They bring their years of experience and skills to the forefront in helping our organization grow and succeed.
Manasa Chilakala
Auction Co-Coordinator
Manasa is an enthusiastic new member of the Pro Bono Society eager to grow our annual auction to raise funds for student scholarships and stipends. Manasa attended New York University where she studied Political Science. Her dream legal job is to work as counsel for Saturday Night Live, or work at the ACLU or Planned Parenthood.
Why Pro Bono Service is Important to Manasa: "Pro bono service is important to me because I think having accessible and dependable legal services for anyone who wants it is the best way to create a safe, secure, and successful society."
Hayden Dwyer
Auction Co-Coordinator
Hayden is a new member of our Pro Bono team with skills that will help us grow our annual auction event. Hayden went to Rhodes College where he studied Political Economy. His dream legal job is to be a public defender.
Why is Pro Bono Service Important to Hayden: "Pro bono service is an opportunity to support your community and cultivate legal skills through practical experience."
Alex Roskowinski
Deputy Auction Coordinator
Alex is a passionate and driven new member of the Pro Bono Society who will work with Manasa and Hayden to raise money for scholarships through our annual auction. Alex went to the University of Maryland where she received a degree in Government and Politics. She joined the Pro Bono Society because she loved the excitement surround the auction and the mission surrounding the organization.
Why is Pro Bono Service Important to Alex: "There’s a huge justice gap in America that can’t be solved by pro bono volunteerism alone, but pro bono service can help us get closer to finding long-term societal solutions.
Jake DeRue
Pledge Coordinator
Jake is a tech-savvy student determined to increase our social media presence and community outreach in his new role as Pledge Coordinator. Jake attended Thiel College where he studied political science, psychology, sociology, and criminal justice. Jake's dream legal job is civil/corporate defense at a mid-sized firm in the northern Virginia area.
Why is Pro Bono Service Important to Jake: "Pro Bono service is important to me because when I was growing up, my mother was a social worker and helped others for a living. This instilled a desire to help others at a young age. Pro bono service allows me to use my skills and knowledge to help others and make the world better."
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