[Modernman]

Lawyers, I would think as a rule (but I could be wrong here), only accept pro bono constitutional cases when they agree with the desired outcome. No?

At a large law firm (and Hogan & Hartson is a very large law firm) pro bono matters are brought in by various attorneys. My firm does a lot of pro bono work and we represent very liberal, very conservative and non-political groups pro bono.

There is no indication that Roberts was the one who brought this case in to Hogan as a pro bono matter.

[U.H. Conservative]

To my understanding Roberts did not being the case to his firm. I believe the concern arises that once the case was there, however, he decided to associate himself with it instead of politely begging off. It is not as if he was some first year associate who must be three feet in the air before someone even thinks the word "Jump."

[jwalsh07]

Thanks for the info.

[jwalsh07]

I appreciate the insight, thanks.