Pro Bono Work

/ˌproʊ ˈboʊnoʊ ˈwɜrk/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Legal services performed voluntarily and without payment as a public service.
    The attorney dedicated twenty hours of pro bono work to assist the nonprofit organization.

Forms

  • pro bono work

Commentary

Pro bono work is often encouraged by ethical rules to ensure access to justice for those unable to pay.

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