Abstract
The reasons that law firms undertake pro bono representations are underexplored. Law firms may act out of a desire to fulfill the need for legal services of those who otherwise may lack access to it, or they also may do so instrumentally, to train young lawyers, to recruit lawyers, and to garner favorable publicity. This Paper takes a preliminary empirical look at the question by examining the extent of law firm pro bono practices, and of law firm profits. We find that the correlation between law firm pro bono hours and profits per partner is steady, with perhaps a slight increase over time. We also find geographic variation in law firms’ investment in pro bono activities. Note to Referee: The authors believe this paper might be especially appropriate for the poster session.
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