Pro Bono Publico

Definition

See 'Pro Bono'—attorneys get to virtue signal twice with the full Latin phrase, which somehow sounds more impressive than 'free legal work.'

Example Usage

She devoted the summer to pro bono publico work, which looked great on her résumé and terrible on her bank account.

Origin

From Latin 'pro bono publico,' meaning for the public good

Fun Fact

Many prestigious law firms require associates to complete pro bono work as a condition of partnership consideration

Source: Legal ethics and professional responsibility terminology

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