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Many people in a city have lost their jobs and could lose their homes because they cannot make their monthly mortage payments. Jane, a lawyer, purchases a newspaper ad that says she is willing to represent them to prevent the loss of their homes. Should be allowed to do this?

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Yes, Jane should be allowed to do this.
As a legal professional, she has a duty to represent her clients to the best of her ability. This includes doing everything possible to prevent them from losing their homes.
Some people may argue that Jane is exploiting the situation for personal gain, but this is not necessarily true.
She may genuinely believe that she can help these people, and that representing them is the right thing to do.
Whatever her motivations, Jane has a responsibility to help her clients however she can.
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