Tag: Legal aid
Decrease Assignment Load for Public Defenders: Data-Based Study
The National Advisory Commission on Criminal Justice Standards and Goals, also known as the “the NAC Standards,” established workload standards for public defenders in 1972. These standards, which were not based on data or...
Pro Bono in Law Firms: Balancing Act Between Revenue and Impact
Law firms often face the challenge of balancing revenue generation with making a positive impact on society through pro bono work. Pro bono work involves providing legal services for free or at a reduced...
Law Firm Pro Bono Hours on the Rise but Still Lagging Pre-Pandemic Levels
Law firms are increasing their pro bono efforts, with total pro bono hours rising by 2.5% in 2023 compared to the previous year. This data comes from the Pro Bono Institute's annual challenge, which...