In Matt's case, it may depend on exactly how he does his pro bono work.
For example, legal aid lawyers work pro bono, in that they're not paid by their client, but they are salaried employees of their organizations. Matt probably isn't one of these, since there'd be similar issues as he had working for Nelson and Murdock.
Some smaller legal aid organizations contract with private attorneys or clinics though. And smaller firms/solo practitioners might be able to qualify for some state or county specific grants. They'd then bill a certain number of hours a year and be paid for it.
I mean, this is all speculation, but it's somewhat feasible, even if you leave aside the inheritance from Jack or possibly Elektra.
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For example, legal aid lawyers work pro bono, in that they're not paid by their client, but they are salaried employees of their organizations. Matt probably isn't one of these, since there'd be similar issues as he had working for Nelson and Murdock.
Some smaller legal aid organizations contract with private attorneys or clinics though. And smaller firms/solo practitioners might be able to qualify for some state or county specific grants. They'd then bill a certain number of hours a year and be paid for it.
I mean, this is all speculation, but it's somewhat feasible, even if you leave aside the inheritance from Jack or possibly Elektra.