“I think we all have an obligation to give back with our skills, our time, and our resources. This is a skill I have and I definitely want to use it for good. Pro bono is very close to my heart and important to me, and I think it makes me a better lawyer.” – Danitra Spencer, Employment Counsel, Boston Scientific
Attorney Danitra Spencer, Employment Counsel at Boston Scientific, was first connected with her nonprofit client, a foundation dedicated to funding cancer research, through the Clearinghouse’s Legal Referral Program.
The foundation was seeking assistance creating a formal employee handbook and, as a member of Boston Scientific’s Employment Law Group, Danitra felt the project was a great fit for her.
Over the next couple months, Danitra worked closely with a key member of the executive team to learn more about the foundation’s unique needs. They discussed the relevant employment laws and decided how to best apply them in order to protect both the foundation and its employees, while also remaining in line with the foundation’s mission and culture.
The final result was a comprehensive document outlining organizational policies related to promotions, payroll, harassment, accommodation for disabilities, and more. The foundation was pleased to have an official handbook in place, enabling them to more effectively and transparently support their employees.
