Simpson Thacher Honored at Sanctuary For Families’ 2020 “Above & Beyond Awards”
10.30.20
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The Firm was honored at Sanctuary for Families’ annual “Above & Beyond Awards” on October 29th. Named a Honoree Firm for Excellence in Pro Bono Representation and Advocacy, Simpson Thacher was recognized for its representation of “Talia” in obtaining T Nonimmigrant status. “Talia” was a young mother who escaped an abusive household in her home country only to fall victim to commercial sex trafficking. Although her first application for a T-Visa was denied, with support from Simpson Thacher and Sanctuary for Families, she was ultimately granted T Nonimmigrant status as well as derivative status to her daughter.
The Simpson Thacher team for this matter included Pro Bono Counsel and Director Harlene Katzman and Associates Dan Levien and Daniel Owsley.
Sanctuary for Families works to end gender violence through three key strategies: direct services, outreach and training, and systems-change advocacy.
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