Legal Services Organization
/ˈliːgəl ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz ˌɔːrɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An organization dedicated to providing legal assistance and representation to individuals or groups, often focusing on those who cannot afford private counsel.
The legal services organization helped low-income clients secure housing rights.
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Commentary
Typically used to denote nonprofit entities that ensure access to justice for underserved populations; drafting should clarify scope of services and eligibility criteria.
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