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Feb. 23, 2009
Tough Times Mean More Opportunities for Pro Bono Work
With the recent economic downturn, many law firms find themselves with more lawyers available to work on pro bono matters, writes Paul Hastings' James W. Gilliam.
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By James W. Gilliam With the recent economic downturn, many law firms find themselves with more lawyers available to work on pro bono matters. Moreover, tough economic times mean greater need for pro bono legal services. Those firms with well-organized, well-run pro bono programs reacted quickly in response to this evolving situation, capturing this available lawyer time and increasing their representation of individuals who otherwise...
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