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NJ AR39
NJ AR39Respectfully urges Office of Attorney Ethics to examine and audit actions of legal aid organizations.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This resolution urges the Office of Attorney Ethics (OAE) to examine and audit the actions of legal aid organizations that provide pro bono work to low-income and disadvantaged residents of the State, in order to ensure that legal aid organizations that receive any State funding are providing adequate services to the communities and individuals they represent. In addition, the OAE is urged to review, document, and investigate any complaints made by clients regarding mistreatment, threats, or sexual intimidation by their attorneys.
AI Summary
This resolution respectfully urges the Office of Attorney Ethics (OAE), which acts as the investigative and disciplinary body for lawyers in New Jersey under the Supreme Court, to review and audit the operations of legal aid organizations. These organizations provide free legal services, known as pro bono work, to individuals with low incomes or those facing disadvantages. The resolution emphasizes the importance of ensuring these organizations, especially those receiving state funding, deliver adequate services to the people they represent, as these clients often have no other affordable legal options. Furthermore, the OAE is encouraged to thoroughly investigate any complaints from clients alleging mistreatment, threats, or sexual intimidation by their legal aid attorneys.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Judiciary Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/AR39 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/AR/39_I1.HTM |
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