Lawyers are honor bound to provide pro bono legal services annually.
Honest, hardworking lawyers, just as honest hardworking people everywhere often give away free advice, auto repairs, medical services, dental services, tutoring services, heck any services, goods, or merchandise to help their community or their fellow human beings.
The various posters on this site are volunteers.
When I was diagnosed with colon cancer back in 2002, I sought REAL medical advice from my internist, who referred me to a gastroenterologist, an oncologist, and eventually a surgeon.
The internet was never a consideration, although I did speak with my sister who is an psychiatrist as in MD.
My point is that free information is no substitute for paid professional services.
Which reminds me that the next time I hit the Big Apple, I'm going to look you up and BUY some your delicious, sweet treats.