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Judges and Judiciary

Oct. 2, 2015

Up to lawyers to ensure equal access to justice

"Equal Justice Under Law" is engraved on the U.S. Supreme Court building, but it is up to lawyers and advocates to ensure that all people - especially the most vulnerable - have equal access to justice under the law. By Laura Riley


By Laura Riley


"Equal Justice Under Law" is engraved on the U.S. Supreme Court building, but it is
up to lawyers and advocates to ensure that all people - especially the most vulnerable
- have equal access to justice under the law. The most underrepresented and impoverished
populations need access through civil legal aid, pro bono representation, and courts
that will hear them. Justice Sandr...

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