PEOPLE'S LAWYERING IS AN ADVOCACY

A People's Lawyer is a term typically used to refer to attorneys who are responsible for representing the interests of their clients in court, as well as providing advice and guidance on legal matters. As the People's Lawyer, as compared to other legal practitioners, they are tasked with protecting the rights of citizens and upholding the rule of law. Additionally, they often provide legal services to those who would otherwise be unable to afford them, such as low-income individuals, through pro bono programs.

Among others, one known and active organization of lawyers in the Philippines which is dedicated in serving the interest of the people's rights against government abuses is the National Union of People's Lawyers (NUPL).

The National Union of People's Lawyers (NUPL) is a network of lawyers and organizations in the Philippines working to promote , protect, and defend human rights and the rule of law. The NUPL was founded in 2007 and has since become an important part of the human rights movement in the Philippines. The NUPL advocates for the defense of victims of human rights violations and works to promote social justice and the rule of law. Its members provide legal assistance to victims of human rights violations and work to ensure that the legal system is accessible and just for all.

There are also free legal assistance organizations and non-government organizations (NGOs) which provide free legal assistance in various areas of legal practice and advocacies like consumer rights, other than human rights cases.

People's lawyering and  pro-bono legal services are, for sure, not income generating for professionals like lawyers, but to most advocates, the same are equally satisfying and gratifying.

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