Should Law students do pro bono work as a compulsory component of their law degree?
Title: Should Law students do pro bono work as a compulsory component of their law degree?
Category: /Law & Government
Details: Words: 1627 | Pages: 6 (approximately 235 words/page)
Should Law students do pro bono work as a compulsory component of their law degree?
Category: /Law & Government
Details: Words: 1627 | Pages: 6 (approximately 235 words/page)
Introduction.
Recommendation 38 of the Australian Law Reform Commission should be acted upon. Undertaking Pro bono work would enhance appreciation of ethical standards and professional responsibility among law students. This appreciation in light of its importance to the legal community and public is essential for law students to have. Additionally, consideration should be given to limitations, practical benefits and the importance of undertaking pro bono before practicing.
1. Would Law Students Undertaking Pro Bono Work have an
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ethical standards and professional responsibility while also gaining practical experience. The importance of appropriate guidance is essential in a productive and successful pro bono scheme. However, it is unlikely that students will undergo an experience detrimental to such a development even without suitable supervision. There are many reasons for students to undertake pro bono work and no sound reasons why they should not. Thus the law faculty should have no reservation in implementing this recommendation.