Citizenship
In line with our Firm’s Core Values and the role of “Lawyer as Leader”, Criscione Ravala, LLP is committed to investing time, energy, and resources in philanthropic causes and cases that align with our Firm’s mission, vision, and legal expertise.
Community & Public Service
Our attorneys and staff volunteer hundreds of hours in community and public service, serve on the boards of local, national, and international non-profits, engage in pro bono legal work, and offer special rates to nonprofits, military veterans and spouses, students, and senior citizens.
Access to Justice & Access to Education
To cultivate legal education and promote greater representation of underrepresented minority groups in the legal profession, our Firm created the Legal Education Access Program (L.E.A.P.) L.E.A.P. pioneers providing students across the United States with scholarship and mentorship opportunities to promote and foster diversity and inclusion in the legal field.
Environmental Sustainability & Waste Reduction
We acknowledge a responsibility to the environment and care about our carbon footprint. Our Firm operates from LEED- and EnergyStar-certified buildings and is committed to implementing practices that promote ecological sustainability, conserve resources, and reduce waste.
Philanthropy & Giving Back
We encourage our attorneys, staff, clients, vendors, and even our opposing counsel, to engage in philanthropic activities that make our communities stronger. We’ve selected three non-profit organizations and request you to make a tax-deductible contribution to them today:
- Scholarship America
- New York Bar Association
- LEAP
About Scholarship America:
Scholarship America is dedicated to removing financial barriers so every student has the opportunity to pursue their dreams. Scholarship America's mission is focused on providing equitable pathways to education and training, especially for those with financial need. By partnering with generous donors and sponsors, Scholarship America works to ensure outstanding students can access the resources they need to succeed.
With over 60 years of history, Scholarship America has managed to administer and award $6 billion in scholarships to more than 3.5 million deserving students on the pathway to education. With committed supporters ranging from individuals to Fortune 500 companies, Scholarship America has been able to guide and uplift students on their educational journey.
About the New York Bar Foundation
Established in the summer of 1950, The New York Bar Foundation is a nonprofit, philanthropic organization that receives charitable contributions from individuals, law firms, corporations or other entities and provides grants to further its goals of promoting and advancing the following:
• Service to the public
• Improvements in the administration of justice
• Legal research and education
• High standards of professional ethics
• Public understanding of legal heritage
The Foundation makes grants to financially support law-related programs of legal services organizations, nonprofits, bar associations and other organizations throughout New York State.The Foundation membership consists of the House of Delegates of the New York State Bar Association.
Founded by Firm Partner, M. Salman Ravala, Esq., the Legal Education Access Program (L.E.A.P.), is aimed at creating a more equitable environment for underrepresented students to thrive in the legal profession. L.E.A.P provides scholarship and mentorship opportunities to promote and foster diversity and inclusion in the legal field. We welcome collaboration with local, national, and international law firms and court programs to provide law students with the tools they need to thrive and succeed in our noble profession.
About L.E.A.P.
The Legal Education Access Program seeks to cultivate tomorrow's lawyers, judges, and legislators. The scholars comprise America's brightest, hardworking, and exceptional individuals. Aimed at creating a more equitable environment for underrepresented students to thrive, the program provides financial assistance, mentorship, and fellowship opportunities to students pursuing a legal degree. Founded by M. Salman Ravala, L.E.A.P. seeks to engage legal students at all levels of their educational journey and facilitate the successful completion of the scholars' law degrees and secure employment upon graduation. L.E.A.P scholars are given the opportunity to learn in-depth about the legal profession through immersive mentorship and fellowship opportunities. Scholars are paired with a mentor, a legal practitioner, upon their acceptance into the program, who works with them throughout their academic career. Mentors serve as a guide for scholars, providing them with career advice and job shadow opportunities. Scholars are also given the opportunity to intern with local judges as fellows to gain practical experience and hone in on technical skills. Fellowship programs equip scholars with versatile leadership and legal skills they can use during their academic careers and post-graduation. L.E.A.P.'s mentorship and fellowship programs allow scholars to increase their network and gain invaluable experiences. We welcome collaboration with local law firms and courts to provide legal scholars with the tools they need to thrive and succeed. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you are interested in being a partner.