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There are many misconceptions and often confusion regarding the legal rights that churches and nonprofits have. Employment laws can be especially confusing and affect the day-to-day operation of an organization. We’ve posted a blog series about recent legal updates and changes that may affect you. Check it out! #nonprofitleadership #nonprofitlawyer #nonprofitlaw #dfw #texaslawyer #montanalawyer #Kentuckylawyer

🚨 Did You Know? An estimated 86% of low-income domestic violence survivors receive insufficient or no professional assistance for their issues. You don’t have to be a statistic! FRLS, a non-profit law firm, provides FREE legal services to those who qualify. 💼 Get the legal protection you need today. 📞 Call us at 1-888-582-3410 We’re here to help. #FRLS #DomesticViolenceAwareness #LegalAid #Safety #Empowerment #Injunctions #SupportSurvivors #LegalSupport #EndDomesticViolence #SurvivorSupport #LegalProtection #Help #Injunctions #SafetyFirst #Empowerment #free #PalmBeachCounty #LeeCounty

🚨 At FRLS, we stand with survivors of domestic violence. Our dedicated team is here to help you secure restraining orders or injunctions, providing the legal protection you need to stay safe from your abuser. No one should live in fear—reach out to us for support and let us help you take the first step toward safety and empowerment. 💜 If you or someone you know needs legal assistance, FRLS is here to help. www.FRLS.org | Non-Profit Law Firm | 1-888-582-3410 #FRLS #DomesticViolenceAwareness #LegalAid #Safety #Empowerment #Injunctions #SupportSurvivors #LegalSupport #EndDomesticViolence #SurvivorSupport #LegalProtection #FRLS #Injunctions #SafetyFirst #Empowerment #YouAreNotAlone

More than 1 in 5 people in the UK live in poverty* On top of this, 2/3 of the UK population do not know how to get legal advice** That’s why this year the National Highways Legal Services department are once again taking part in the #BirminghamLegalWalk to raise funds and support for The Access to Justice Foundation ⚖️ The Access to Justice Foundation support the delivery of free legal advice to the people, places and communities most in need. If you would like to sponsor us on our walk and help fund access to justice, please see link below🙏 Statistics: *JRF **Legal Services Board #Birminghamlegalwalk2024 #legalaid #accesstojustice

Partnering with our legal team ensures nonprofits and public benefit corporations maintain legal compliance, safeguarding their interests while driving meaningful social change and positively impacting communities. #NonprofitGovernance #PublicBenefitCorporations #LegalCompliance #SocialImpact #CommunitySupport #NonprofitLaw #EthicalGovernance #SocialGood #CommunityImpact

You Can Be a Force for Justice ⚖️ "When we identify where our privilege intersects with somebody else’s oppression, we'll find our opportunities to make real change.” ― Ijeoma Oluo, So You Want to Talk About Race Learn more about SLC, the work we do & how to get involved & make an impact: https://bit.ly/3uwCC1I #lawyerlife #nonprofitlawyer #nonprofitlaw #notforprofitlaw #notforprofitlawyers #probonolaw #probonolawyers #lawfirm #floridalawyer #lawyers #southernlegalcounsel #SLC #civiljustice #civilrights #socialjustice #humanrights

The annual Guildford Legal Walk is around the corner, and hopefully the sun will make an appearance! The walk is in add of supporting the legal advice agencies across London/Surrey. Free, impartial, and specialist advice is essential to helping people protect their rights and help resolve issues. If you can donate to a great cause, please see the details below ⬇ #legalwalk #legaladvice

#EJAFellowUpdate The past few weeks at Community Legal Aid of Worcester have really opened my eyes to the struggles people face due to the housing crisis. According to an article by Forbes published in April of this year, Worcester has the 3rd worst rental market in the country. There are simply not enough vacancies to meet demand which is causing rent to exponentially increase. Landlords are pushing long term tenants out because they know they can rent those units out to someone else for hundreds of dollars more per month. Those desperate to find affordable housing are often forced into substandard units. I sat in on a meeting with a client who reported dealing with a bedbug infestation for months. They mentioned they go to bed wearing hoodies drawn tightly closed and long gloves in an attempt to prevent bites. Another case involves a mouse infestation that has been going on for years and is causing major health issues, including their young child being taken to the doctor for multiple bites on their body. Mold, broken windows, water damage, and inadequate/no heat are also reported. Changing housing is not a realistic option when dealing with such a difficult market. Part of the work CLA does when representing clients during eviction proceedings is to let the clients know their landlords are legally required to maintain a safe and habitable environment. In addition to using these conditions as a defense against eviction, CLA attorneys also advocate to get these issues resolved as quickly as possible. It’s disheartening to hear and see these horrible conditions, but it makes the positive impact of CLA’s work all the more rewarding. If you’d like to donate to support my work and the work of future EJA fellows you can do so through the link below. Equal Justice America Suffolk University Law School Community Legal Aid

Access to cohesive services in regional areas can be a significant challenge, with programs and resources often spread out or hard to find. The Seymour Community Directory, an initiative managed by the SEED Project (an initiative of the Brotherhood of St Laurence), is tackling this issue by creating a one-stop resource that brings together a wide range of community services and programs for the Seymour region. This user-friendly directory is designed to streamline access to support, whether it's related to health, wellbeing, education, or social services, making it easier for individuals and families to find the right resources when they need them most. It represents a step forward in building stronger, more connected regional communities. At Medson Legal, we are proud to partner with the SEED Project by offering a 30-minute legal consultation service through referrals from the Seymour Community Directory Program. This collaboration allows us to provide crucial legal support to individuals navigating family law, family violence, victims of crime, and wills and estates issues. Our team is committed to improving service accessibility for both local and remote clients. The Seymour Community Directory is a key example of how collaboration and innovation can improve service delivery in regional areas, fostering more cohesive and connected communities.