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More on how civil legal aid can lower incidences of domestic violence

April 29, 2014 By EqualJusticeMA

In response to the Jared Remy case, there has been much discussion about how to reduce incidences of domestic violence. As we discuss ways to deal with the issue, we should keep in mind the value of civil legal aid. Lonnie Powers, the … [Read more...]

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MLAC responds to House Ways and Means Budget

April 9, 2014 By debsilva

The Massachusetts Legal Assistance Corporation issued a statement about the budget released today by the House Ways and Means Committee. Bottom line is that without increased funding, civil legal aid orgs in the state will be turning more … [Read more...]

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Civil legal aid is potent weapon in war on poverty

April 7, 2014 By debsilva

Richard Zorza has another great post up on his "Access to Justice" blog calling attention to the Public Welfare Foundation's attempts to show how civil legal aid helps people climb out of poverty. In it, he gives a shout out to the … [Read more...]

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Great new resource for tracking civil legal aid

March 7, 2014 By debsilva

Civil legal aid is often the only way people living in poverty can access legal representation when their lives are being upended by domestic violence, foreclosure, child custody issues, unfair employment practices and other legal issues. … [Read more...]

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EJC Honors Six Current and Former Legislators with Beacon of Justice and Champion of Justice Awards

February 26, 2014 By debsilva

The Equal Justice Coalition honored six current and former Massachusetts lawmakers with awards at a reception today at the Massachusetts State House. The honorees were selected for their outstanding support of state funding for civil … [Read more...]

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