From a legal terminology standpoint? Does this infer free or reduced cost legal services?
Paul
2007-06-21 08:02:20 · 11 answers · asked by dunric 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
It means free.
2007-06-21 08:08:03 · answer #1 · answered by Lori B 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The answers saying "pro bono" means "free" are incorrect. It can mean at no charge, but it can also mean at reduced rates.
The full term is "pro bono publicum", for the benefit of the public. A lawyer can charge less than the usual amount because the cause is worthy, or they can charge nothing at all, but either way, it's pro bono.
At the same time, not all work attorneys do for free is "pro bono". Sometimes they will do something that the public has no interest in, like a simple conveyance document, or a phone call to straighten out a problem, and not charge for it to create goodwill with their client. That's not pro bono, that's marketing.
2007-06-21 08:13:17 · answer #2 · answered by open4one 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Pro bono publico (often shortened to pro bono) is a phrase derived from Latin meaning "for the public good". The term is sometimes used to describe legal or other professional work undertaken voluntarily and without payment, as a public service. In some cases pro bono counsel may assist an individual or group on a legal case, in filing government applications or petitions or on appeal. If the case is won, occasionally the judge may determine that the loser should compensate the pro bono counsel.
2007-06-21 08:05:18 · answer #3 · answered by dancinggopher01 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Pro Bono means done for the public good; free of charge.
Today some pro bono lawyers may work for a reduced fee or free of charge on cases that benefit the public. Traditionally it was thought that lawyers were obligated to do some pro bono work. Today it is usually encouraged by many state bars, law offices and lawyers.
2007-06-21 08:11:30 · answer #4 · answered by cbrennancl07 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, I haven't time to read your whole spiel. But indeed some (note 'some') women given the legal right to make the choice will indeed choose to to have an abortion and thus cause the death of a foetus, if the pregnancy or the idea of having to bring up a child is unwelcome to them. On the other hand the 'pro-lifers' force girls who have been raped to carry the resulting baby. Both situations are unwelcome and only your personal ethics can resolve your personal position.
2016-05-17 04:25:18 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"pro bono" is legal terminology for free (no charge for services)
2007-06-21 08:29:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
"Pro bono" is Latin for "for the good of the public." Pro bono services are free.
2007-06-21 08:05:32 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it does. Literally it means "for the good'. Lawyers and Doctors are encouraged to perform a certain number of hours each year providing their services to those who need them but cannot afford them. It is not mandatory however.
2007-06-21 08:10:25 · answer #8 · answered by New Dog Owner 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's Latin for "for the good." In the legal arena, it means 'free'.
2007-06-21 08:10:06 · answer #9 · answered by QueenLori 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
without charge. free
2007-06-21 08:05:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋