Access to legal services is often required for #A2J.
Studies have shown that effective legal counsel leads to more equitable outcomes for parties AND less burden on taxpayers.
That's why I push for increased access programs like #proloano to support private law firms help sustainably.
I’d also like the input of judges that deal with indigent parties. Would the presence of a #ProLoano lawyer be a boon, even with a fee approval workflow needing to be added to the process? Can anyone recommend a judge willing to chat? @Judgeschlegel?
#LawTwitter, I’m seeking your input. Now that there is some certainty around Biden’s student loan relief, it’s time to revisit my #ProLoano idea. Let lawyers reduce their debt amounts via pro bono work. cc: @legaltechbiz twitter.com/JoshuaLenon/status/13994...
I remain convinced that a #ProLoano model, where lawyers "bill" pro bono hours against their student loan balance is part of the way forward. joshualenon.medium.com/pro-loano-a-legal-aid-so...
It was exciting to chat with #A2J leaders in Indiana about a possible #ProLoano pilot project today. Thank you @legaltechbiz for making the opportunity happening.
@BANeuharth @jordanlcouch Had a great #ProLoano chat with @chrisbrown_esq yesterday. How did things go with LST?
Today is #A2J day at #ClioCloud9. While there is no one solution, I think my #ProLoano proposal may be one way for lawyers to help. Under it, you could track billable time on #probono work & bill that amount to reduce your student loan balance....
What if we could solve #A2J and the #lawstudent debt crisis at the same time? My idea for a solution, “#ProLoano — A Legal Aid Solution to the Law School Debt Crisis”
https://link.medium.com/MZ97o6b5Jgb
#ProLoano would let lawyers to donate their services & "bill" their time against their student loan balances. The average young lawyer could provide over 1,000 hours of legal service while working off their student debt. Compare that to the current <40 hours currently donated.
I've been sitting on this awhile, but it's time to publish. "#ProLoano — A Legal Aid Solution to the Law School Debt Crisis." joshualenon.medium.com/pro-loano-a-legal-aid-so...
I can’t shake this idea. I really want it to move forward. What’s everyone thoughts? #Legaltechmafia? #ProLoano twitter.com/JoshuaLenon/status/10830...
Took the time to write up the changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program that would make #ProLoano possible. Suprisingly few changes needed.
I think @danielsusskind would support #ProLoano. twitter.com/JoshuaLenon/status/10831...
Was great talking to @lstupdates this morning on my #ProLoano proposal. They provided some solid feedback and encouragement.
Oh, just thought of a hashtag! #ProLoano
