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Nonprofit legal services help those struggling to keep their homes
She says she paid $300 of the $600 in taxes she owed for 2019. Then…
Two years after riots in northeast Delhi, victims still await justice
IJ It has been two years since communal carnage rocked several localities in northeast Delhi.…
Man sentenced to death for beheading his girlfriend
A Pakistani court yesterday sentenced the scion of a wealthy industrial family to death for…
Kerene Moore candidate for the Third District Court of Appeals
Kerene Moore announcement his candidacy for the Michigan Third District Court of Appeals on January…
Exploring new ideas on civil justice reform
February 22, 2022 ASU Professor Says Changes Needed to Make Legal Aid More Accessible and…
California reformed Medi-Cal to include ‘whole person care’ – does it work?
UCLA researcher Nadereh Pourat, who led the pilot evaluation, said her team had just begun…
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Wisconsin State Bar offers free legal advice for civil cases
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) – The State Bar of Wisconsin is offering free legal aid to…
Attorney General Bonta: Memorandum declaring Woodside sanctuary for mountain lions does not exempt town from state housing laws | State of California – Department of Justice
OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta sent a letter to the town of Woodside today…
Governor Mills releases plan to address elder abuse in Maine
Governor Janet Mills released the state’s first plan Friday focused on addressing the abuse, neglect…
Delaware changes rule on non-lawyer representation for those facing eviction
The Delaware Supreme Court has announced that the state will begin allowing non-attorney representation of…
The Center for Language and Immigrant Rights fills language and cultural gaps to help clients
Susie Monroe fled an abusive relationship with only a suitcase, an Xbox and her cat,…
Legal Aid, Judicial Authority Established to Provide Assistance to the Poor, Senate Said
Legal Aid, Judicial Authority Established to Provide Assistance to the Poor, Senate Said The Senate…
Legal Services Corporation has a podcast to help legal providers | Local News
On Legal Services Corporation’s “Talk Justice” podcast, legal experts come together to discuss their key…
Noted Attorney’s License Suspended by New Mexico Supreme Court | Local News
The state Supreme Court has suspended former lawmaker Victor Marshall’s attorney’s license indefinitely after finding…
Justice Department Settles Oklahoma Housing Discrimination Case
Source: Anna Moneymaker / Getty An The Oklahoma Housing Authority, which denied housing to a…
Thuli Madonsela apologizes to Legal Aid SA for “confession” tweet
Lawyer Thuli Madonsela. Lawyer Thuli Madonsela has apologized for a tweet suggesting Legal Aid South…
Legal Aid organizes a free telephone clinic | News
Legal aid organizes a free telephone clinicLegal Aid is running a free legal aid phone…
Bombay HC Judges Unveil MSLSA Calendar for 2022; focus on legal aid | Bombay News
MUMBAI: As the Bombay High Court reopened on Monday for its first working day of…
Exchange: New Legal Profession from Arizona | Arizona News
By KYRA HAAS, Arizona Capitol TimesPHOENIX (AP) – Ten lay paraprofessionals will soon begin working…
Mayor of Blasio appoints 12 judges
23 December 2021 New York- Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced 1 family court appointment,…
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Aid to Afghan women judges attracts US law firms
Taliban soldiers stand in front of a sign at Kabul International Airport, Afghanistan, September 9,…
Name change project simplifies complex emotional process for transgender people in Kansans
The Kansas Reflector hosts opinion pieces from writers who share our goal of broadening the…
growing problem of agricultural labor trafficking in Illinois | Latino voices | Chicago News
Agriculture in Illinois is big business as one of America’s largest producers of soybeans, corn,…
“We must go to the streets”: evictions increase after ban ends | Texas News
By MICHAEL CASEY, Associated PressBOSTON (AP) – Soon after losing his job as a truck…
NYC has its first female police commissioner
New York City will have its first female Police Commissioner to head the nation’s largest…
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Politicians of all stripes hate being criticized, which is odd when you realize that no…
Work to ensure that people in rural areas do not have to fight for “basic minimum justice”, said Justice Minister Rijiju
Justice Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Friday that steps are being taken to create legal…
COVID mortgage assistance will not be available until spring | Chicago News
Illinois dispersed $ 750 million to help those who fell behind on rent during the…
Blue Ridge Legal Services Receives Federal Technology Grant | Winchester Star
WINCHESTER – Blue Ridge Legal Services Inc., a non-profit legal aid organization that provides free…
LSF’s strategic plan will help deliver justice
Speaking recently at the 10th anniversary of the LSF in Dar es Salaam, Simbachawene noted…
NYS to Raise Billions for Infrastructure and Jobs
ALBANY COUNTY – Governor Kathy Hochul spoke today at the county airport before taking off…
LAJC plans expansion with historic donation
The Legal Aid Justice Center plans to expand services and other community efforts through a…
Manhattan Billionaires’ Row homeless shelter opens after protracted legal battle
After four years and several court battles, a residence for 140 homeless people has opened…
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Nevada will not stand for re-election
The Nevada Supreme Court building on Monday, March 4, 2019.Photo: David Calvert / The Nevada…
An Indigenous leader to transform results
The man from Wiradjuri and current Chief Legal Officer, Brendan Thomas, will lead a new…
Only Two Weeks Left to Request Individual Flood Help, Free Legal Aid Available | New
Monday, November 8 is the deadline for those wishing to apply for flood relief assistance…
Montgomery County Family Judge Candidates Brag About Personal and Professional Experience
FONDA – Two first-time candidates running for Montgomery County Family Court judge each have extensive…
Let legal aid be Raj Marg to enter the temple of justice: Justice UU Lalith | Hyderabad News
HYDERABAD: Declaring that not even one percent of people engaged in criminal cases receive free…
Legal aid to the poor does not mean poor legal aid: Judge Lalit
He also stressed the need for the active participation of good lawyers to ensure quality…
Help during the pandemic and beyond
Practicing Law Institute (PLI) is known to provide a CLE to lawyers, but did you…
Rent difficulties continue for tenants and landlords
“Unfortunately, your mortgage payments, your insurance, your taxes are not going away,” she said. Of…
Governor David Ige appoints 5 judges to fill Hawaii circuit court vacancies
October 10 — Gouv. David Ige on Friday announced five judicial appointments to fill vacancies…
After Illinois eviction ban ends, all eyes on rental financial assistance are available – NBC Chicago
This week marks a pivotal moment in the pandemic for Illinois housing providers and their…
Virtual Indigenous Justice Center Online Services Now Available | Energeticcity.ca
“This PLEI will provide culturally appropriate supports to address the overrepresentation of Indigenous peoples in…
Honorable Judge AM Magray asks students to provide legal services to poor and vulnerable sections
The Law Department of the Faculty of Legal Studies of the Central University of Kashmir,…
What to do if I can’t afford my family legal fees – Payment orders for legal services
After the withdrawal of public funding for most family matters, some parties may find it…
Marin tenants face complications with end of eviction ban
As the end of a moratorium on state evictions has created uncertainty for Marin’s indebted…
NALSA Hosts 6 Week Legal Services Campaign From October 2 – India Education | Latest Education News | Global education news
SRINAGAR: The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) under the visionary leadership of the Chief Justice…
Record boost of $ 95 million for the legal aid sector
More people facing hardship across New South Wales will have access to free legal assistance…
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Texas court orders release of more than 200 migrants jailed in crackdown on Abbott border security
(TEXAS TRIBUNE) – Texas is preparing to release nearly 250 migrants who were arrested under…
More veterans die by suicide than in combat. But it’s preventable
For many veterans, just asking for help is very difficult. Personal responsibility is a cornerstone…
Petition calls for free legal services for tenants facing eviction
NEWR Denver submitted more than 13,000 signatures in hopes of securing the deal in the…
New Bedford Hispanic Police Officers Award Scholarship
NEW BEDFORD – UMass law student awarded scholarship from “HispanicPolice Officers of New Bedford ”,…
4LegalLeads.com does Inc. 5,000 in helping law firms grow during the pandemic
Sep 24, 2021 1:00 p.m. ET Legal Newswire POWERED BY LAW.COM 4LegalLeads.com celebrates its second…
House’s continuing resolution would give $ 40 million in disaster assistance to Legal Services Corp.
Home Daily News House’s continued resolve would give … Access to justice House’s continuing resolution…
Access to legal aid envisaged
The Fiji Law Society was investigating the possibility of expanding legal aid benefits to allow…
Federal justice agenda includes bills that died in the last legislature, many Liberal election pledges
The justice agenda of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s newly elected minority Liberal government is expected…
How residents of Milwaukee County can get free legal help for evictions and foreclosures
If you are facing an eviction or foreclosure, Milwaukee County has a Qualified Resident Program…
Disaster preparedness starts with investing in public interest law
This summer, nearly one on three Americans have experienced a meteorological disaster. Hurricane Ida alone…
Housing assistance poured in at higher rates over the summer
BOSTON (SHNS) – Exactly 11 months after the state’s pandemic-inspired eviction moratorium expired, the Baker…
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New legal aid for Toledo residents threatened with eviction
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – Good news for residents of the city of Toledo who may…
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Tennessee court system will not follow another deportation hiatus
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WVLT) – The Tennessee court system does not plan to follow the Biden…
Billions of government rent subsidies are available. Here’s how to get it.
With evictions again pending in most US counties, tenants now have until Oct. 3 to…
Cash cap casts doubt on eviction break
The Biden administration’s decision to give tenants affected by the worsening pandemic an additional two-month…
New York judges lock accused out of home, bypassing review required by Landmark decision
This story was published in partnership with New York Focus, an independent news and investigative…
Legal Aid veto is a real cut booing Alaskans | Opinions
Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC) is a state-wide, non-profit law firm that has provided free…
What Minnesotans facing deportation need to know before moratorium expires
ROCHESTER, Minnesota (FOX47) – The Minnesota eviction moratorium ends next week, and there are important…
Bangladesh must update colonial-era law to deliver justice for sexual assault (experts)
“No law in Bangladesh considers this to be rape or a crime,” said Maleka Banu,…
EXPLANATION: How GA’s rental assistance funds flow
ATLANTA (AP) – A federal freeze on most evictions passed last year is set to…
Coalition launches campaign to prepare legal resources for migrants
Washington – Immigrant advocates, including Catholic organizations, launched a campaign on July 13 to provide…
Philadelphia Rent Assistance: Expense Deadlines Approaching
The city of Philadelphia is racing against time to disperse state and federal money for…
LA Deportation Defense program launched, offering legal assistance and advice – Daily News
As fiscal year 2021-2022 begins in Los Angeles, the city’s new COVID-19 Eviction Defense Program…
Killer Freddie Thompson sues state for denial of legal aid
Gangland killer Freddie Thompson has taken legal action against the state after being denied free…
Judge Magrey and Judge Kumar inaugurate the Legal Aid Clinic
Excelsior correspondent POONCH, June 27: Judge Ali Mohammad Magrey (Judge of the High Court of…
How Oklahoma evictions could increase after July
A federal freeze on most evictions that was enacted last year is expected to expire…
Busingye advocates for ICTs in the administration of justice | New times
Greater efforts are needed to leverage ICT in the delivery of services in the justice…