schemes were contrary to the ‘voluntarist’ ethic of pro bono workAnother common consideration against mandating pro bono is the comparison to other professions, and whether they are subject to the same standards. Mandating pro bono services “…would place a requirement on lawyers beyond that required of any other service provider or professionPsychological research backing that people are more likely to do it well and happily if it is voluntary than if they are meeting a target. ”
It has also been suggested that “If access to law is societal value, then society should bear the cost. ” Again, referring to the medical profession and Medicare, this follows the same line of thinking: that if real change is to
It has also been suggested that “If access to law is societal value, then society should bear the cost. ” Again, referring to the medical profession and Medicare, this follows the same line of thinking: that if real change is to