Unpunished Good Deeds: Pro Bono Considerations

Pro bono work is an important, and often fulfilling, aspect of an attorney’s practice. For those in financial hardship, the pro bono attorney may spell the difference between hope and disaster. However, some attorneys may hesitate to take on a pro bono assignment because they are wary of the potential for malpractice exposure. Indeed, one report found about half of all attorneys surveyed identified lack of malpractice coverage as a factor discouraging participation. This and other concerns are warranted. While pro bono work is to …

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