http://news.prlog.org/tag/legal-aid/legal aid - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12139066-farella-braun-martels-chris-locke-honored-by-legal-aid-of-marin.htmlFarella Braun + Martel Environmental Law Partner Christopher Locke will be honored as an inductee into the Legal Aid of Marin’s (LAM) Marin Justice League at its 55th Anniversary Gala on May 31. http://www.prlog.org/12129183-newlaw-solicitors-secure-legal-aid-for-pembrokeshire-pupils-locked-in-time-out-room.htmlPupils who were affected by nightmarish experiences in time-out rooms in Pembrokeshire have now been granted Legal Aid to help with the legal fees in making a claim. http://www.prlog.org/12057439-shropshire-law-firm-moves-to-help-divorce-case-families.htmlWithin the next year, divorce and family law cases will no longer be eligible for Legal Aid because of government cuts. Martin Kaye solicitors are therefore making changes to help families at this most difficult of times. http://www.prlog.org/12021358-mile-high-ministries-expands-services-to-denvers-poor.htmlDenver, Colorado — Mile High Ministries will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for a new center to expand its services to Denver’s poor on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 4:30 p.m. The celebration takes place at 2330 W. Mulberry Place, Denver 80204. http://www.prlog.org/11966371-pro-bono-net-offers-access-to-justice-online-training-series-for-libraries.htmlA new webinars series will help librarians assist patrons with legal needs. http://www.prlog.org/11923156-shpoonkle-pro-bono-launches-charity-to-assist-those-in-legal-need.htmlShpoonkle Pro Bono is an innovative non-profit organization focused within the legal community, whose mission is to serve as a national exchange for various charities and legal aid organizations. http://www.prlog.org/11920798-pro-bono-net-awarded-empowerment-grant-from-motorola-mobility-foundation.htmlThe grant will be used to develop web apps that syndicate key legal self-help and referral content from the LawHelp network of nonprofit legal information sites. http://www.prlog.org/11872322-leila-nol-of-cappello-nol-joins-legal-aid-foundation-of-santa-barbara-county-board.htmlLeila J. Noël, partner in the Santa Barbara law firm of Cappello & Noël LLP, has joined the board of directors of the Legal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County. http://www.prlog.org/11856567-avon-foundation-allocates-100k-to-aid-domestic-violence-projects-in-arizona.htmlGrant funds programs established by the AVON Program for Women and Justice at the O’Connor House focusing on a public awareness campaign, orders of protection, legal aid, and training http://www.prlog.org/11764758-immigrationlawhelporg-launches-to-help-low-income-immigrants-find-legal-help.htmlA new website will help low-income immigrants find free or low-cost legal help across the country. http://www.prlog.org/11759163-conundrum-capital-llc-announces-challenge-grant-for-legal-aid-service-of-broward-county.htmlChallenge Grant will be for the Dependency Project, providing attorney services for children in the foster care system. http://www.prlog.org/11753046-emerging-company-comparelegalcostscom-reaps-the-rewards-of-outdoor-advertising.htmlSince the launch of their Outdoor Advertising Campaign CompareLegalCosts.com has seen a 300% increase in user registrations to their website, and an increased level of leading city Law Firms subscribing their details and services. http://www.prlog.org/11621522-plachta-murphy-announces-legal-services-contribution-of-500000-to-assist-entrepreneurs.htmlIn response to Governor Snyder’s business initiative, Plachta, Murphy & Associates is proud to contribute $500,000 of legal services over the next four years to help offset the costs of starting or expanding West Michigan businesses. http://www.prlog.org/11474917-free-online-help-with-foreclosure-postponement.htmlPartnership creates an easy-to-use online tool to assist Minnesota homeowners in postponing their foreclosure sale. For those facing foreclosure, that extra time often means they can save their homes. http://www.prlog.org/11141163-xmas-party-warning-from-leading-legal-firm.htmlWoolliscrofts Solicitors have urged employers to familiarise themselves with the new Equality Act before heading out for Christmas parties. http://www.prlog.org/11060214-new-site-supports-georgia-lawyers-serving-service-members-and-veterans.htmlA new website helps lawyers in Georgia better serve veterans and service members in need. http://www.prlog.org/11027352-center-for-disability-and-elder-law-wins-24000-in-services-from-chicago-cause.htmlChicago Cause, a collaboration of three Chicago-based companies, has awarded the Center for Disability and Elder Law (CDEL) more than $24,000 worth of web design; video production services; social media and public relations consulting. http://www.prlog.org/11018793-pro-bono-net-to-receive-2010-innovaction-award.htmlPro Bono Net will receive the 2010 InnovAction Award from the College of Law Practice Management on Oct. 23, in recognition of its LawHelp Interactive service. http://www.prlog.org/11013196-pro-bono-net-announces-virtual-open-house-for-nyc-pro-bono-attorneys-on-oct-27.htmlPro Bono Net will host a “virtual open house” during National Pro Bono Celebraton Week to introduce New York City-area attorneys to pro bono opportunities with some of the area’s leading legal aid programs. http://www.prlog.org/11005674-new-legal-web-service-my-legal-briefcase-innovates-by-combining-law-and-technology.htmlMyLegalBriefcase.com a brand new first of its kind web-service designed to assist residents of Ontario in the Small Claims Court process is launching this month! http://www.prlog.org/10977851-liquid-learning-presents-the-national-youth-law-and-juvenile-justice-forum-2010.htmlThis premier event will focus on driving change and Innovation in the Juvenile Justice System to promote early intervention and diversion, prevent crime and reduce recidivism in youth at risk and discover the future of juvenile justice in Australia http://www.prlog.org/10976657-as-domestic-violence-awareness-month-begins-lawhelporg-offers-resources-for-victims-advocates.htmlLegal Portal Features Legal Aid Referrals, Information, Self-help Tools http://www.prlog.org/10973876-davis-polk-partner-joins-pro-bono-net-board.htmlFrank Azzopardi, a partner at Davis Polk, has joined the Board of Directors of Pro Bono Net, a nonprofit leader in increasing access to justice. http://www.prlog.org/10967431-duncan-lewis-comments-on-high-court-ruling-in-legal-services-commission-case.htmlWhilst the High Court has found in favour of the Law Society, the decision only adds to the general climate of uncertainty in the legal aid system. Duncan Lewis believes the system needs the government to safeguard its future, not court cases. http://www.prlog.org/10958276-pro-bono-net-announces-fall-webinar-series-for-nyc-attorneys.htmlPro Bono Net has announced three new webinars for New York-area attorneys this fall, beginning Oct. 5 with training on New York’s new no-fault divorce law. http://www.prlog.org/10775531-need-legal-advice-speak-to-legal-specialist-today.htmlDo you need Legal Help and need to retain or speak to an attorney? Are the rates of traditional Law Firms too expensive and you need Legal Help now? We have Legal Advisors standing by to help you now! http://www.prlog.org/10754906-lba-announces-leadership-academy-class-of-2010.htmlThe Louisville Bar Association (LBA) is pleased to announce the names of those attorneys selected to participate in the 2010 Leadership Academy. http://www.prlog.org/10743554-legal-aid-service-of-broward-county-attorneys-receive-prestigious-awards-from-broward-county-bar.htmlFor the first time, BCBA honored two attorneys from the same organization: Executive Director, Tony Karrat received the Lynn Futch Professionalism in Practice Award and Walter Honaman received the Joseph J. Carter Professionalism Award. http://www.prlog.org/10618378-have-you-been-charged-with-sexual-offence-inc-rape-free-legal-advicecall-its-legal-0161-485-1100.htmlIT'S LEGAL offer a natiionwide service to anyone questioned and/or charged with a SERIOUS CRIMINAL CHARGE under the Sexual Offences Act. If you - or a member of your family - faces this traumatic experience, call IT'S LEGAL for FREE LEGAL ADVICE NOW! http://www.prlog.org/10588604-pennsylvania-legal-aid-network-presents-excellence-awards.htmlPennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. is proud to announce the recipients of its 2010 Excellence Awards. Pennsylvania Supreme Court Chief Justice Ronald D. Castille will address members and friends of statewide legal aid community. http://www.prlog.org/10538706-washingtonlawhelporg-offers-tax-help-for-the-public.htmlWashington LawHelp offers a variety of free tools and information for those grappling with tax preparation. http://www.prlog.org/10536894-live-chat-program-connects-underserved-communities-to-legal-help.htmlLawHelp.org/NY, the legal information portal for low-income New Yorkers, has launched LiveHelp, a real-time, online chat service in English and Spanish that helps guide visitors to needed legal information and referrals. http://www.prlog.org/10479118-senior-seminar-to-offer-helpful-tips-and-advice-to-local-seniors.htmlThe Louisville Bar Association and Louisville Metro Police Crimes Against Seniors have teamed up to educate our local seniors by offering the Senior Seminar, a free one-hour program offering tips, advice and other information important. http://www.prlog.org/10453619-cappello-noel-donates-25000-to-santa-barbara-legal-aid-foundation.htmlLegal Aid Foundation of Santa Barbara County is the recipient of a $25,000 contribution from Santa’s Barbara’s Cappello & Noël, LLP toward the Foundation's Annual Year End Appeal for the Campaign for Equal Justice. http://www.prlog.org/10408075-brits-blast-lawyers-for-costly-complicated-service.htmlDespite one in five Brits currently requiring legal advice over half the population refuse to seek professional help, says a new survey. http://www.prlog.org/10406492-lawhelporgny-expands-to-serve-veterans-and-their-families.htmlLawHelp.org/NY, the award-winning and principal website for low-income New Yorkers seeking legal information and referrals, is launching a new section devoted to the men and women who have served and are serving in the United States Armed Forces. http://www.prlog.org/10360786-pro-bono-net-announces-two-new-board-members.htmlMicrosoft, Fastcase Executives Join Board of Nonprofit Innovator http://www.prlog.org/10278226-support-access-to-justice-with-purchase-of-golden-venture-dvd.htmlSupporters of Pro Bono Net, a leader in innovative programs that increase access to justice, have the opportunity to support the organization’s mission by purchasing the DVD of the acclaimed documentary "Golden Venture. " http://www.prlog.org/10275416-pro-bono-net-makes-awards-to-five-innovative-document-assembly-projects.htmlPro Bono Net, the nonprofit leader in innovative programs that increase access to justice, has awarded a total of $10,000 to five legal services organizations developing innovative online document assembly projects to help those without a lawyer. http://www.prlog.org/10234031-pro-bono-net-staff-to-present-at-equal-justice-conference.htmlPro Bono Net staff will be presenting at multiple sessions at this year’s Equal Justice Conference May 14-16, discussing topics including the role of technology in disaster recovery, foreclosure relief and expanding access to courts. http://www.prlog.org/10220838-pro-bono-net-salutes-volunteer-lawyers-in-recognition-of-national-volunteer-week.htmlAs National Volunteer Week 2009 begins, Pro Bono Net, a leader in innovative programs that increase access to justice, recognizes the thousands of volunteer lawyers across the country.