Pro Bono yes it is beneficial

Pro Bono!  Pro Bono!    For the Public Good!!    Benson- Blog #4

Happy to know the need of the needy is addressed by lawyers, qualified representatives who do the Pro Bono services!!

Many immigration appeals and hearings are hosting the Pro Bono lawyer/representative, one who volunteers their services to a person in need. 

Claimants’, those who are need of representation, but do not having any funds to hire a qualified lawyer, one who can go up to bat for them; Pro Bono is good news for them.

I believe this paints a great picture for the lawyers, representatives proves they are not just in the business for the almighty dollar!  It also looks great on the resume

Detained immigrants nation-wide who face deportation, including the asylum seekers, as well as individuals who have lived here for years. Many will be forced to leave children, spouses and other loved ones behind, pets too. They cannot hire an attorney due they have no money to do so.  Pro bono, the guidance and assistance of a qualified person to represent them is such a blessing and the person doesn’t have the burden to pay for a much needed service to which they do not have the finances to pay for. 

Example of a Pro Bono service: REPRESENTATION AT CREDIBLE FEAR INTERVIEWS AND PREPARATION OF A PAROLE. The representative is allowed to speak with the asylum seeker prior to the interview to prepare him or her for the interview.  The representative is then permitted to attend the interview.  If the asylum seeker is found to have a “credible fear,” the representative will prepare a parole application requesting that the asylum seeker be released from detention while the Immigration Court procedure is pending. With-out a qualified lawyer/representative the asylum seeker could be doomed. 

REPRESENTATION OF DETAINED IMMIGRANTS: Detainees, those individuals in need of representation in their immigration case, including asylum or Convention against Torture claims. Our detained immigrants do need the help of a Pro Bono representative to aid them in their hearings. I don’t believe they can do alone; they end up fading into the cracks and even face deportation.  A qualified representative a Pro Bono can change this person’s outcome in a most positive way.  Make a difference for the life of someone in need.

In addition one of the benefits of Pro Bone is that it is a great way to build on ones skills and expand the skills base.  It is most beneficial to engage in Pro Bono services. Enhances not only skills but your reputation and increases your network.  Also looks impressive on your c.v.

By getting involved in Pro Bono work you are ensuring that the under privileged have access to justice, which is a basic human right and also important to the representative to be involved in such human services.  Here! Here! for Pro Bono…

Pro Bono work provides satisfaction knowing you have influenced a fairer and just hearing, the ability to make a difference from a giving of your services. This is rewarding and builds services with integrity.  This Pro Bono is an action which results in a feeling of belonging, reaching out to those in need without asking for anything in return.  Making a difference in the lives of our sisters and brothers who are less fortunate.  Community services at its best!

I believe this is a reward which cannot be measured in monetary terms.

Pro Bono services give lawyers an opportunity to develop important skills

that are gained from the practical experience in which they are involved in.    

Without this assistance, clients’ security to remain in is in jeopardy and reunification with their families is thwarted. The types of clients who require such Pro Bono services are; low income refugees and other displaced people.

Refugees and other displaced individuals need assistance with applications for lawful permanent residence status and naturalization to become citizens. They need assistance with family reunification - filing petitions for family members, such as spouses and children, to join them. In addition, refugees and other displaced persons need help with routine matters such as travel documents, replacement of lost cards, and delays in the application processes. Pro Bono!!!!  Yes it is necessary and does affect the lives of those in dire need!!!

Hazel Benson