Legal Services NYC Two COVID-related stories from clients of Manhattan Legal Services. Suhagilis was pregnant and lost her job during the pandemic. She fell behind on rent and was facing eviction. Zeretha was laid off due to the pandemic and…
Legal Aid of Western Missouri Brad always wanted to own a home and entered into a rent-to-own arrangement. When his landlord tried to evict him after 17 years, legal aid stepped in to help.
Legal Aid Society of Cleveland When COVID hit, Susan's wedding work ended and she struggled to get unemployment insurance. Because of Legal Aid, she wasn't #LostInTheSystem.
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Luis was assaulted while on duty and, as a consequence, suffered from PTSD. LAFLA helped him get his benefits and housing.
Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles Karen was held back by an old record. LAFLA helped expunge it.
Legal Services of New Jersey With the help of Legal Services, Cane was able to expunge his criminal record so he could become a coach and mentor to local youth and incarcerated individuals.
Community Legal Aid Mike, a firefighter, got sick and had to take time off work. Without any income to pay his mortgage, the bank began foreclosure proceedings.
Bay Area Legal Services Success stories from a Medical-Legal Partnership that serves low-income veterans.
Legal Services of New Jersey Christine lost her job. Her husband's hours were reduced. They found themselves falling behind in their mortgage and facing foreclosure.
Community Legal Aid Domestic violence survivor Michelle came to Community Legal Aid for help. CLA was able to secure her a protection order and help her find housing.