Pro Bono
/ˌproʊ ˈboʊnoʊ/
Definitions
- (adv.) Done voluntarily and without payment, especially legal work for the public good.
The lawyer took on the case pro bono to help the underprivileged client.
Commentary
Typically used to describe professional legal services provided free for the public good; often formalized in law firm policies.
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