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Originally posted by Secret_Agent_Man
I agree with Hank and Slave that, sure, there are some costs to the firms for doing any pro bono work -- much less a complex international case such as these can be. (In one case, for example, I know that the lawyers have flown to Egypt more than once to interview witnesses and family members.)
It is also rather unrealistic to assume that: (a) these costs are never passed along to the paying customers in any way, although there is no direct link; or (b) that these cases are being handled by junior associates just like a pro bono Social Security appeal. And its not just a matter of profile, it is a matter of competence to handle the representation.
These seem to be pretty basic points not worth arguing about.
S_A_M
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I am not sure what you mean by "passed along." The paying customers are the only source of revenue for the firm, so, yeah, the costs are ultimately paid out of funds that originate with paying clients. But that doesn't mean they are "passed along." Count me among those who have no idea what Sebby is referring to.
As for who is staffing these project, sure, there is going to be some partner involvement (likely including the arguments) but like every other matter, the vast bulk of that time will be put in by associates.
