I have a friend that is in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, how can I find a pro bono lawyer to help him with his case?
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I have a friend that is in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, how can I find a pro bono lawyer to help him with his case?
He doesn’t have any funds.
Asked on January 2, 2011 under Criminal Law, Alabama
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
First of all, your friend might qualify for representation by the Public Defender. If he does not meet income eligibility requirements, on e however will not be appointed. So check to see if he qualifies for Legal Aid assistance. If not, then contact the local Bar Association in the county in which this has all taken place; they may have a list of attorneys who will take his case "pro bono" (for free) or at least for a reduced fee based on his income/circumstances.
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