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LSC Grantees Hold Expungement and Veterans Clinics, and Represent Families in Court

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Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles @legalaidla.bsky.social · 3d

LAFLA’s Permanency Project has helped over 160 clients apply for lawful permanent residency thanks to UC Irvine School of Law students & Orrick attorneys. At our latest clinic, students assisted 8 clients seeking refuge from global insecurity—guided by LAFLA's expert staff & our pro bono volunteers.

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 3d

Celebrate 100 years of Colorado Legal Services! 🎉 Watch the Champions of Justice forum live on Monday, Oct. 20, for discussions on rural access to justice, innovation & the future of legal aid. #A2J #LegalAid

Learn more: www.lsc.gov/press-releas...

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 3d

LSC grantees work tirelessly to bring equal justice to the communities they serve. Watch this short video to see how they’re making a meaningful impact every day. www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ak-...

Kansas Legal Services helps residents clear old felony records at Olathe clinic

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 4d

“I’ve been praying so hard for this.”

Christine Dane came to Kansas Legal Services' expungement clinic hoping for a second chance — and left with one.

Across the country, LSC grantees are helping people clear records, rebuild lives and break cycles.

A Kansas Legal Services expungement clinic in Olathe helped residents clear old felony records, regain careers, and rebuild their lives.

www.kmbc.com

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 6d

This #ProBonoMonth, we’re celebrating the power of partnership. LSC is awarding $5.5M to 19 legal orgs to strengthen pro bono programs partnering with private attorneys to deliver life-changing legal help to those who need it most.

Learn more: www.lsc.gov/press-releas... #ProBono

Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 6d

⏰ Last chance! Early bird registration for LSC's Innovation in Technology Conference ends tomorrow (Oct 15)!

Join legal aid leaders, technologists & advocates Jan 28–30 in San Antonio to explore how #legaltech is advancing access to justice.

Register here: web.cvent.com/event/0b3e04... #LSCITC

Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 6d

Without access civil legal aid, legal barriers can trap domestic violence survivors in abusive relationships. Legal help = safety, stability, survival.

Learn more: www.lsc.gov/our-impact/p... #DVAM #DV

What is Human-Centered Legal Help in the Age of AI? - Legal Talk Network

Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 10d

Can legal services stay human-centered in the age of AI?

Tune in to Talk Justice for insights on keeping tech balanced with the human touch. #AccessToJustice #LegalTech

Lawyers discuss how to keep legal services human-centered in the age of artificial intelligence (AI) on Talk Justice. In May, Amanda Brown authored the Discover insightful episodes on Legal Talk Netwo...

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LSC Grantees Provide Legal Aid to Veterans and Survivors of Disasters and Domestic Violence

Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 11d

LSC grantees work tirelessly to bring equal justice to the communities they serve. Watch this short video to see how they’re making a meaningful impact every day. #A2J #LegalAid

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 11d

Registration is open for LSC’s Innovations in Technology Conference! Join us Jan. 28-30 in San Antonio and hear how tech solutions are narrowing the justice gap.

Early bird rates end 10/15 — don’t miss out! ⏰
🔗https://web.cvent.com/event/0b3e0413-a498-44c7-9f31-a12593dea20a/summary #LegalTech

Disaster Preparedness Month: Pedro's Story | Texas RioGrande Legal Aid (TRLA)

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 26d

Pedro survived a devastating Texas derecho only to face nine months trying to prove to FEMA he owned his inherited home. Help from Texas RioGrande Legal Aid got him back on his feet. #DisasterPreparedness isn't just supplies — it's legal readiness too.

Learn more: www.trla.org/journal/disa...

September is National Preparedness Month, and Pedro's experience reminds us why preparedness before or after a disaster strikes should include legal services. *** September is National Preparedne...

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Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. @legalservices.bsky.social · 12d

For nearly 60 years, Legal Services has helped thousands of Miami-Dade and Monroe residents stay in their homes and protect their rights. This Miami Herald article highlights our impact and the critical funding challenges we now face.

To read it, click here: www.miamiherald.com/news/local/c...

This Miami nonprofit’s helped thousands avoid eviction. It’s facing steep cuts

Legal Services of Miami provides free legal aid to low-income residents. But federal cuts could spell trouble.

www.miamiherald.com

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 12d

Legal aid is a lifeline. LSC grantees help DV survivors secure protective orders and the stability they need to rebuild.

This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, let’s expand access to justice — because safety and dignity shouldn’t depend on income. #DVAM #DomesticViolence

Legal Aid’s Vital Role in Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 13d

We’re proud to announce that Heartland Disaster Help is now live in every U.S. state and territory!

Know your risk. Make a plan. Get help after disaster.

Start now ➡️ heartlanddisasterhelp.org #DisasterPreparedness

‘Justice to the poor’ - The priest helping Americans get lawyers

Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 13d

When faith and law work together, lives are changed.

Fr. Pius Pietrzyk, a Dominican priest and vice chair of LSC, is showing that justice isn’t just a legal principle — it’s a moral one.

Read this powerful profile from the Pillar.

“If you are too poor to afford a lawyer ... where is your justice?”

www.pillarcatholic.com

Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 13d

Millions rely on LSC for critical legal help. Proposed funding cuts would leave vulnerable Americans without support when they need it most.

See how your community would be affected: lsc.gov/fundingcalculator #LSCMatters #a2j

The Benefits of Professionalizing Pro Bono - Legal Talk Network

Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 14d

🎧 Celebrate Pro Bono Month by tuning into this episode of Talk Justice! Learn how professionalizing pro bono work boosts access to justice and helps clients thrive.

Experts discuss the professionalization of pro bono legal services on Talk Justice. Pro bono work is often thought of as a side project that lawyers Discover insightful episodes on Legal Talk Network'...

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 14d

Justin Tucker’s journey from a troubled past to becoming a lawyer with Legal Aid of North Carolina helping people facing eviction is a powerful reminder of what second chances make possible.

Watch his inspiring story. 👇
www.wsoctv.com/news/local/j...

‘Just surreal’: Lawyer turns life around after troubled past

“To now be doing this work that I so know is needed, it’s just surreal man."

www.wsoctv.com

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 18d

Every day, our grantees go above and beyond to ensure equal justice for all. See some of their recent work in this short video. #A2J #LegalAid www.youtube.com/watch?v=zEK-...

LSC Grantees Help Young Entrepreneurs and Raise Awareness About Domestic Violence

Library begins focus on senior programs

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 18d

Equal justice isn’t just for the courtroom. Community spaces like libraries help connect people with the resources they need, including civil legal aid.

Learn about Kentucky Legal Aid's partnership program helping seniors ⬇️

MARSHALL COUNTY — The Marshall County Public Library is often known for offering children and family programs, but in recent months the library has begun to offer more adult and

www.tribunecourier.com

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 19d

Behind every number is a life changed.

In 2024, LSC-funded legal services helped 1.8 million Americans — families facing eviction, veterans seeking stability, seniors fighting for security.

Our new By the Numbers Report shows the real impact: lsc.gov/our-impact/p...
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Legal Services Corporation By the Numbers 2024

‘Justice to the poor’ - The priest helping Americans get lawyers

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 27d

“If you are too poor to afford a lawyer … where is your justice?" A must-read from The Pillar about Fr. Pius Pietrzyk’s work with the Legal Services Corporation and what faith and law can do together. #JusticeForAll #FaithInAction

“If you are too poor to afford a lawyer ... where is your justice?”

www.pillarcatholic.com

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Legal Services Corporation @legalservicescorp.bsky.social · 20d

New Issue Alert: LSC Updates! Our latest issue dives into a new LSC report, upcoming events and more.

📩 Read it here: mailchi.mp/lsc/lsc-upda...
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