Pro Bono Representation
/ˌproʊ ˈboʊnoʊ ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal service provided voluntarily and without payment to individuals or groups unable to afford representation.
The lawyer took on several pro bono representations to help underserved communities.
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- pro bono representation
- pro bono representations
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Commentary
Pro bono representation underscores a commitment to access to justice; legal professionals should clearly define the scope and limits of such services in engagement letters.
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