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An Exploratory Study of Legal Assistance Provided by Lawyers. The Professional Role of Attorneys and their Duty under Section 49a Paragraph 1 of the German Federal Lawyers' Act (BRAO) as an Instrument for Ensuring Equal Access to Justice in Law and Practice The study focuses on the practical implementation of the professional duties of lawyers according to 49a(1) BRAO. Despite legal requirements, there are discrepancies in practice. Statistical analyses and a conducted survey show that lawyers perceive barriers to legal aid, particularly in terms of financial and time resources. Empirical data highlight that a lack of incentives and insufficient awareness of the legal framework affect the willingness to undertake such cases. The need for structural improvements is emphasized.

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""Julia Lefevre studied law at the Justus Liebig University Giessen and completed her legal clerkship with the state of Hesse from 2002 to 2009. Prior to this, she successfully completed a degree in business administration with a focus on corporate management. Between 2009 and 2015, she worked in various positions, including conference manager, business development consultant, and lawyer. From 2015 to 2023, she led the Institute for Practice-Oriented Legal Education at JLU under Prof. Dr. Jens Adolphsen. In parallel, she worked as a certified mediator and lawyer. Since 2023, she has headed a department for research and doctoral support at the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences.""

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