Gavel Insight

Introduction Pro bono services offer an excellent opportunity for legal practitioners to give back to their community by providing free legal services to those who cannot afford them. The idea behind pro bono services is that legal representation should be accessible to everyone, not just a select few, irrespective of their financial situation. In the United States, pro bono services have their roots in the post-World War II era when lawyers started volunteering their services to help the disadvantaged. In Nebraska, pro bono services have played a crucial role in providing legal assistance to low-income families, organizations, and individuals. This paper explores the impact of pro bono services in Nebraska and the extent to which they have made a difference in the lives of those they have served. The Development of Pro Bono Services in Nebraska The legal profession in Nebraska has a long history of providing free legal services to the poor and disadvantaged. The first formal pro bono ...