Lone Star Legal Aid

East Texas is more than just where we live and work… It's where we roll up our sleeves and make things happen together! We don’t just participate… We lead the charge. We show up at local events, partner with the media, and ensure that every person has access to the legal information, support, and resources they need. Our journey is one of relentless advocacy. We don’t just educate… We empower pro bono volunteers, collaborate with other organizations, and guide the next generation of attorneys and public service workers. We are there when no one else will listen, stepping in to help those in need. As National Nonprofit Day approaches, we reflect on 75 years of service and realize one thing… We’re just getting started. #LegalAid #NationalNonprofitDay

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Texas attorneys, don’t miss this chance to learn how to better serve our veterans! Join us on November 11, 2024, from 1 PM - 4 PM for a FREE virtual CLE course covering the basics of representing veterans. You’ll earn 3 hours of CLE credit, including 1 hour of ethics credit. VA accreditation requirements can be satisfied if accredited before the course. Register now at https://lnkd.in/gC4eungx to reserve your spot! Presented with support from Lone Star Legal Aid's Military and Veterans Unit, Houston Volunteer Lawyers, The Beacon, and South Texas College of Law Houston.

Thank you to the Public Interest Law Organization (PILO) at the University of Houston Law Center for the opportunity to speak to your members and law students today! It was a pleasure to discuss the crucial civil legal services provided by Lone Star Legal Aid, serving millions of Texans in need of advocacy and representation. We are committed to protecting the rights of those living in poverty and ensuring equal access to justice. It was also a great moment to reconnect with my friend and former colleague, now clinic professor at UHLC, Ryan Marquez. Working alongside dedicated professionals like Ryan has always been a rewarding experience, and it's inspiring to see him shaping the future leaders in public interest law. To the students in the room: your passion and commitment are the driving forces behind the next generation of public interest law. I look forward to seeing all that you will achieve in this field, and I hope you'll consider a career in public service. Together, we can make a difference! #PublicInterestLaw #AccessToJustice #LegalAid #FutureLeaders

In commemoration of National Celebrate Pro Bono Week, we honor our volunteers with Annual Pro Bono Awards for their outstanding pro bono contributions during the 2023-2024 Bar Year. Read our list of award recipients here: https://lnkd.in/gxFq-ENe #LegalAid #ProBonoWeek

Out-of-state attorneys: You can help North Carolina hurricane victims! 💪 The NC Supreme Court has approved an emergency rule allowing out-of-state attorneys to provide immediate pro bono services to Hurricane Helene victims. Until January 2025, lawyers licensed elsewhere can register with the NC State Bar and start helping residents affected by Helene through legal aid organizations—no approval needed. You can start helping now! 👉 Register here: https://buff.ly/4fafH1w For more on pro bono disaster relief, check out LADRC’s guide on the Katrina Rule, training resources, recruitment, and engagement strategies: https://buff.ly/3Ac2fvf #ProBonoWeek #ProBono #DisasterRelief #HurricaneHelene #LSC #LADRC

Join us in celebrating the American Bar Association's National Celebration of Pro Bono this week! Did you know that in Texas, there's just 1 attorney for every 98,000 low-income Texans? Attorneys have legal and other skills that are in great need. The cost of skilled legal services is high and beyond the reach of many. Pro bono legal services provide benefits to the community that would otherwise not be available. Together, we can make a difference. Whether you're an attorney licensed in Texas or another state, a law school graduate, a law student, a paralegal, an undergraduate student, or a community member, your help is invaluable. Get involved and volunteer your time to make justice accessible for all. Browse available cases at https://lnkd.in/gza34jM2. Help us help Texans. #LegalAid #ProBonoWeek #VolunteerOpportunity

We're thrilled to share the launch of the Northwest Justice Project’s new Language Access Toolkit! 🗣️ This invaluable resource empowers individuals with limited English proficiency (LEP) and those who are Deaf to understand their legal rights to language assistance and what to do if those rights are denied. The toolkit is packed with useful information to: ✅ Raise awareness of the federal laws guaranteeing access to interpreters and translation services. ✅ Ensure fair access to critical services like healthcare, legal aid, and social programs. ✅ Equip individuals to advocate for their rights and file complaints if services are denied. Whether you're an advocate, service provider, or part of the LEP or Deaf community, this toolkit promotes inclusion and equal access for all. 🔗 Explore the toolkit here: https://lnkd.in/g4yYzTWD Together, we can break down language barriers and ensure access to essential services for everyone! 💪 #LanguageJustice #LanguageRightsAreCivilRights #InclusiveCommunication #LanguageAccess #NJPLanguageRightsCampaign Proud to collaborate with Northwest Justice Project and many others working to improve access for diverse communities, funded by Legal Services Corporation and supported by NLADA.

Calling all Pro Bono Volunteers! Join us for a FREE Guardianship Ad Litem Certification Course during Pro Bono Week! This in-depth virtual CLE is our way of saying thank you for your invaluable service. 📅 Date: Friday, October 25, 2024 🕰️ Time: Starting at 8:30 AM (via Zoom) ⚖️ MCLE Credit: 4.25 hours total, including .75 Ethics Topics include: ✅ Legislative & Case Law Updates ✅ Guardianship for Minors ✅ Contesting a Guardianship by the Ad Litem & more! 🔗 Register today: https://lnkd.in/g9XsWFA5 For more info, contact Linda Villarreal at LVillarreal@lonestarlegal.org or 713-652-0077, Ext. 3111.

Did you know that low-income people do not receive sufficient legal help for 92% of their civil legal problems? Pro bono services are one of the approaches that LSC advances to address the disparities in access to justice. #ProBonoWeek #LegalAid