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Pro bono: beyond the call of duty

Maponya Attorneys
At the heart of the phenomenon "pro bono" lies the idea of serving selflessly, by rendering professional work to the most vulnerable and needy members of society who would otherwise never be able to afford access to justice. Rule 25 of the attorneys profession deals with delivery through recognised structures,...

The legalities and the reality

Maponya Attorneys
The phrase pro bono publico literally refers to "for the public good"; it is usually shortened to pro bono, a Latin phrase referring to professional work undertaken voluntarily and without payment or at a reduced fee as a public service. Unlike traditional volunteerism, it is service that uses the specific...