Wendy Atrokhov

Wendy Atrokhov is a prominent legal professional who has made significant contributions to public service and pro bono work. She currently serves as the Senior Director of Global Citizenship & Community Engagement at Latham & Watkins LLP, one of the world's largest law firms.1

Career at Latham & Watkins

Atrokhov joined Latham & Watkins in 1999 as an associate in the Washington, D.C. office. From 2002 to 2010, she practiced corporate finance law in the firm's Moscow office, where she also established the office's pro bono program.1

In January 2011, Atrokhov assumed the role of Public Service Counsel and Director of Global Pro Bono at Latham & Watkins, a position she held for nearly 12 years until December 2022.2 During her tenure, she oversaw one of the largest pro bono programs in the world.3

Achievements and Initiatives

Under Atrokhov's leadership, Latham & Watkins' pro bono program experienced significant growth. The firm contributed more than 2.1 million hours to nearly 11,000 pro bono matters.1 In 2020, she played a crucial role in creating and implementing the firm's "More Than Words" pledge, which aimed to expand their commitment to advancing racial and social justice.1

Current Role and Responsibilities

In her current position as Senior Director of Global Citizenship & Community Engagement, Atrokhov leads Latham's strategy for promoting and preserving the firm's core values and inclusive culture. She oversees Global Citizenship at Latham, which encompasses the firm's leading pro bono, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), community engagement, and sustainability programs.1

Professional Affiliations

Atrokhov serves on several prestigious boards and councils, including:

• The Lawyers' Committee of the US Holocaust Memorial Museum
• The TrustLaw Pro Bono Council
• The PILnet Pro Bono Leadership Council
• The Board of Directors of the Washington Council of Lawyers14

Additionally, she serves as the President of the Board of Directors of LathamCares, an organization that offers grants and assistance to members of the Latham community affected by personal hardship or crisis.1

Wendy Atrokhov's LinkedIn profile can be found under the username wendy-atrokhov-083281a4, reflecting her extensive experience and dedication to public service and pro bono work in the legal field.2