Advocacy for All
A Resource for those in need
Picture: The Storefront represented client Manuel Benavidez (pictured with William Brewer) in his successful case against the Irving Independent School District alleging the district’s prior electoral system was in violation of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Founded in 1995, the Brewer Storefront provides advocacy to communities which typically do not possess the resources to access sophisticated legal representation. Since its inception, the Storefront has been at the tip of the spear in dozens of high- profile community impact matters. It has proudly established legal precedent that effects long-term change to many in need. At Brewer, each of our professionals is required to participate in the services provided by the Storefront. All professionals are encouraged to become invested in the causes, clients, and communities the Storefront serves.
Community Impact Litigation
REPRESENTATIONS THAT
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
The Storefront’s work has captured the attention of legal scholars, public policy advocates, and elected officials working to ensure that all populations are treated with justice, fairness, and equality. In furtherance of this work, in 2024, the Storefront initiated the Texas Voting Rights Initiative (TVRI), a statewide effort focused on ensuring that Texas school boards operate in compliance with the VRA. “The Texas Voting Rights Initiative will promote democratic principles and voter equality at an important time,” says William A. Brewer III, chairman of the Storefront. “We believe our political institutions work best when they give all voters an opportunity to elect candidates of their choosing.”
PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS
& RECOGNITION
The Storefront has been honored through several community service awards and national recognition, including:
The national publication of the Pro Bono Institute,
“What’s New In Law Firm Pro Bono”“President’s Award” from the Dallas Hispanic Bar Association
Recognition at the Dallas Bar Association’s Annual Pro Bono Awards Celebration
“Pro Bono Powerhouse,” American Bar Association
President’s Award for William A. Brewer III, Puerto Rican Bar Association
Texas Lawyer Litigation Department of the Year*
*The Texas Lawyer profiled the Storefront – telling the story of a successful eight-year campaign to challenge the unconstitutional immigration ordinances proposed in Farmers Branch, Texas. The advocacy became one of the most high-profile and celebrated campaigns of its kind.