“The Law, wherein, as in a magic mirror, we see reflected not only our own lives, but the lives of all men that have been!”

—Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. speaking to the Suffolk Bar Association (1885)

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GRAY PLANT MOOTY: YEAR IN REVIEW

While Justice Holmes’ sentiment about the law’s relationship with humanity was expressed long ago, his reflections are especially appropriate today. In 2009, economic upheavals affected a wide range of individuals and businesses. Unemployment rose. Giving slowed. In fact, the Chronicle of Philanthropy projected that donations to the nation’s largest nonprofits would fall 9 percent in 2009— with smaller community organizations taking even harder hits.

Amidst the turbulence, Gray Plant Mooty stood strong, continuing to donate 3 percent of its collective billable time to pro bono causes on behalf of low-income or disadvantaged citizens. The firm continued to embrace diversity as an asset that helps it better serve its clients. Finally, Gray Plant Mooty continued to make strong contributions to charitable and community organizations operating where its people live and work.

Has the page turned on the so-called “Great Recession?” Chances are, challenging days are still ahead. But at Gray Plant Mooty, attorneys and staff will continue volunteering to take on tough cases, giving free legal advice, helping to rehabilitate housing for low-income neighbors, and supporting causes important to local communities. Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26