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OEO Lawyers Sometimes Sue Boss Across Government
The Office of Economic Opportunity keeps 1800 lawyers in 25 offices who often sue government agencies in defense of the poor served by Neighborhood Legal Services. In 1967 NLS handled 291,000 free client visits. 23,000 suits targeted federal or state entities, including VA and Social Security. Critics note costs, while supporters urge expanding legal aid to reform unjust laws.
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Washington
Office of Economic Opportunity
Justice Department
OEO
Neighborhood Legal Services
NLS
QEO
Veterans Administration
Social Security Administration
Ronald Reagan
California
George Murphy
Calif
Senate
Commission On Civil Disorders
District of Columbia