“It’s easy to not be so aware of the need that’s out there, so it’s important to me to be able to give back to people who have a sometimes desperate need for help and have no place else to turn. [Pro bono] is also extremely gratifying. As a private attorney working for clients, you charge them a fee and get paid and hopefully everyone is satisfied. This is a different level of satisfaction, and I’m very grateful for these opportunities.” – Jon Rockwood, Senior Contracts Manager, Liberty Mutual
Jon Rockwood, a Senior Contracts Manager at Liberty Mutual, was first connected with Kevin* following a Legal Clinic for the Homeless at the Pine Street Inn.
Kevin was seeking help with his estate plan, because he had a modest life insurance policy and wanted to ensure the money went to his grandchildren in the event of his passing. He was especially insistent because neither of his parents had made an estate plan, which contributed in part to the loss of the family’s home after they died.
Over the next couple months, Kevin and Jon met multiple times at Pine Street. They drafted a will for Kevin and a durable power of attorney for one of his close friends, who will be able to access and distribute funds on Kevin’s behalf.
Jon says it’s great to see Kevin planning ahead, and Kevin is happy to have his affairs in order and to be able to provide something for his grandchildren.
*Client’s name has been changed to protect privacy.
