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Final Thoughts The Subcommittee’s report offers a clear-eyed look at the legal landscape in Montana—and the limitations of a system that relies solely on traditional legal models. As the legal profession continues to evolve, these new approaches aim to ensure that all Montanans, regardless of geography or income, have meaningful access to justice. For those interested in reading the full report or getting involved with the pilot projects, resources and contact infor mation are available through the State Bar and MLSA.

limit the role of CJWs. 4. evaluation system for CJWs. 5. report issues or concerns. 6. tion and housing cases. 7.

Training and Oversight: Develop a certification and

Grievance Process: Set up a method for clients to

Expand Scope: Explore using CJWs in debt collec

AI Ethics and Research: Continue studying the use

of AI in legal services and its ethical implications.

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