When dealing with long hours, billable hour requirements, phase and task codes (the worst), looming deadlines and interesting personalities, it is sometimes hard to remember that we in the private sector are extremely fortunate. As private practice associates, we are conditioned to work hard and focus on firm clients to ensure the firm remains profitable and successful. Despite these marching orders, we must not forget that as lawyers, we have an inherent obligation—now more than ever—to protect and help those who cannot on their own, to provide quality representation to those less fortunate, and simply, to do good.
It is easy to forget that electricity, food, shelter, the ability to work in a certain job, and even the right to enter this country, are not freely provided and may require legal aid. There may be a corrupt landlord threatening a low-income tenant, a person being discriminated against because of his race, age, sex, gender or sexual orientation, or an immigrant who desperately needs advice and counsel on his rights in light of recent events. The list of persons in need goes on ad infinitum. The ultimate question is, what are you going to do to help someone feel as safe and welcomed as you do living in your town or city?
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