Poor Folks Lawyer; 1976

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Identifier

MS1133-0279

Title

Poor Folks Lawyer; 1976

Description

The paper "Poor Folks Lawyer" by Robert Dabney Morrison provides an insightful account of Morrison's experiences and observations working with the Legal Aid Society of Greater Lynchburg. Starting his tenure on July 21, 1975, after a long hiatus from practicing law, Morrison describes his initial apprehensions, the warm welcome he received, and his gradual acclimation to the role. He outlines the purpose of Legal Aid—to offer legal services to those unable to afford them—and details the types of cases handled, emphasizing family law. Morrison shares intriguing anecdotes that highlight the unique challenges and rewards of serving low-income clients, including a significant case involving the custody of triplets. He praises the local support for Legal Aid and expresses a firm stance against federal funding, advocating for local control and the maintenance of state power. The narrative showcases the impact of Legal Aid on the community and the personal fulfillment derived from providing legal assistance to those in need.

Date

14 October 1976

Creator

Morrison, Robert D.

topic

talk

lecture

SPHEX Club

Robert Dabney Morrison

Morrison

1976

Legal Aid

Lynchburg

family law

community support

federal funding

custody case

legal service

low-income clients

pro bono service

Type

Text

Genre

lectures

Digital Format

application/pdf

Language

English

Repository

George M. Jones Library Association

Rights

https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

Rights Holder

Robert D. Morrison