Romans 16:2

Assist [π α ρ α σ τ η τ ι]. See on Acts 1:3 It is used as a legal term, of presenting culprits or witnesses in a court of justice. Compare prove, Acts 24:13. From this, and from the term prostativ succorer, it has been inferred that Phoebe was going to Rome on private legal business (see Conybeare and Howson). This is a mere fancy.

Succorer [π ρ ο σ τ α τ ι ς]. Only here in the New Testament. The word means patroness. It may refer to her official duties. The word is an honorable one, and accords with her official position.