§ RULE I. OBJECTIVES

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RULE I. OBJECTIVES

    The immediate objective of The Florida Bar in the establishment of the Lawyer Referral Service, hereinafter referred to as the “Service,” is to assist the general public by providing a way in which any person who can afford to pay a reasonable fee for legal services may be referred to a member of The Florida Bar.

    As long range objectives, The Florida Bar seeks to:

    A. Encourage lawyers to recognize the obligation to provide legal services to the general public.

    B. Acquaint people in need of legal service with the value of consultation with a lawyer.

    C. Acquaint lawyers with the fact that the needs of some clients suggest the use of a deferred payment plan.