At Alto Litigation, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal counsel to our clients. But our commitment to justice doesn’t end there. We believe that lawyers have a responsibility to use their skills and expertise to serve those who might otherwise face the legal system alone.
Over the last two years, Alto has deepened its investment in pro bono legal service. Spearheaded by attorney Monica Mucchetti Eno, with assistance from paralegal Silvia Kuhn, the firm has taken on a range of matters that have made a real difference in people’s lives—especially those navigating vulnerable circumstances without the means to access representation.
Through partnerships with the Legal Aid Society of San Mateo County and the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights of San Francisco, Alto has provided critical support in areas such as:
Limited conservatorship petitions for families seeking to care for adult children or siblings with developmental and physical disabilities. These are complex, sensitive matters that require not only legal acumen but deep empathy and an understanding of the court’s processes. Monica has prepared petitions, shepherded families through hearings, and ensured the proper filing of post-hearing documents to protect her clients’ rights and obligations.
Federal habeas corpus petitions for immigrant detainees, including a recent case involving an individual granted asylum but still held in detention pending appellate review. Working closely with LCCR-SF, Monica prepared filings aimed at securing a bond hearing so that the client could await the next phase of his case outside of custody.
These matters rarely generate headlines—but they change lives. And they represent the best of what our profession can offer.
We’re incredibly proud of Monica’s leadership, compassion, and tenacity in managing these cases and ensuring that Alto’s pro bono work remains a vibrant and ongoing part of the firm’s mission.