Arthur Cox recognised for work with those facing US death penalty
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Alex McLean
Arthur Cox has been recognised by US charity Amicus for supporting its work to represent those facing the death penalty.
The law firm was named Champion Law Firm at the 2021 Amicus Champions of Justice Awards, an annual celebration of the law firms and individual volunteers who work pro bono to ensure justice in the US death penalty system.
Arthur Cox’s work with Amicus was led by partner Alex McLean with substantial contributions from pro bono associate Carolann Minnock, senior associate Zac Van Horn and associates Amina Flynn and Valentyna Chekanska.
To date, 150 Arthur Cox lawyers have reviewed thousands of legal documents and provided approximately 4,200 pro bono hours to Amicus’ projects, which included seven casework projects and essential assistance in challenging the legality of Florida’s death penalty laws.
Amicus believes that the death penalty is disproportionately imposed on the most vulnerable in society, violating their right to due process and equal justice before the law. The charity aims to provide better access to justice and raise awareness of potential abuses of defendants rights.
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