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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Illinois launches LGBTQ+ legal hotline amid Trump-led onslaught

Illinois has launched a first-of-its-kind legal hotline that provides resources for the LGBTQ+ community at a time when they face increased hostility across the US. Legal services in the US can be costly and inaccessible, and the creation of the phone line is aimed at helping LGBTQ+ people access them despite other federal cuts that may affect them. This hotline is a groundbreaking opportunity to receive free, affirming legal support from the comfort
LGBT
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Teenager appears in court charged with murder of Tipperary man Ian Walsh

Nathan Hanlon was charged with murdering Ian Walsh and remanded in custody pending a psychological assessment and further court appearance on August 26.
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Person accused in machete attack among those with dropped charges amid defense lawyer work stoppage

The chief justice dismissed 39 criminal cases, including a machete attack, due to a defense lawyer work stoppage.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

It's about justice': the couple pushing for legal aid for Windrush scandal claims

Hetticia and Vanderbilt McIntosh had their UK status revoked in the 1970s and 1980s, through no fault of their own. The married parents of three were forced to start again in St Lucia, more than 4,000 miles away.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 08.04.25 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court is poised to invalidate the remaining provisions of the Voting Rights Act, which could significantly impact voting protections across the country.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Legal Aid Society reaches tentative agreement with union ahead of strike deadline, keeping 1,100 attorneys on the job | amNewYork

The tentative agreement between the Legal Aid Society and the attorneys' union comes after negotiations to ensure that 1,100 public interest attorneys will remain employed before a strike deadline.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Legal help in immigration court fades as Trump administration ramps up arrests

Moises Morales, a 28-year-old Salvadoran who was appearing Tuesday in the West Los Angeles Immigration Court in the South Bay, said, 'There is no help anywhere.'
US politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Divorces and separations face delays amid row over legal aid funding

The Legal Aid Board reports significant strains due to the huge rise in international protection applications, impacting timely access to family law assistance.
Law
#family-law
#immigration
fromKqed
2 months ago
California

Advocates Raise Alarms Over California Budget's Restrictions on Immigration Legal Aid | KQED

fromKqed
2 months ago
NYC parents

Judge Orders US to Reinstate Legal Aid for Immigrant Families Separated at Border | KQED

California
fromKqed
2 months ago

Advocates Raise Alarms Over California Budget's Restrictions on Immigration Legal Aid | KQED

Proposed state budget restrictions threaten access to deportation defense services for immigrants, particularly those with felony convictions.
fromKqed
2 months ago
NYC parents

Judge Orders US to Reinstate Legal Aid for Immigrant Families Separated at Border | KQED

San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Mateo County approves $1.75 million for immigration legal help despite call for more

San Mateo County allocates $1.75 million for immigrant legal assistance amid increased deportation risks.
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Nonprofit Legal Service Employees Strike, As NYC Politics Take a Pro-Worker Turn

"It's not just about how much our members make. It's not just about their caseloads. It's about justice for all New Yorkers who deserve high quality representation." - Brandon Mancilla.
NYC politics
fromChalkbeat
1 month ago

Queens student detained by ICE to be released after month in Texas facility

A New York City student was granted release on bond after being detained by ICE during his asylum hearing.
fromNY Carib News
2 months ago

Guyana - Wrongfully Convicted Man Cleared in Brooklyn Seeks Return to U.S.

Brian Kendall was wrongfully convicted for a shooting in 1988 and served over 16 years in prison before being deported to Guyana in 2005.
Brooklyn
Dallas Cowboys
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Fighting eviction in Texas: Eight lawyers take on 600 cases per month

Many evicted individuals in Dallas miss legal assistance due to distrust and lack of awareness, exacerbating their housing crisis.
SF parents
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Afraid of arrest, S.F. asylum seekers turn to video court hearings

La Raza Centro Legal assisted asylum-seekers in shifting to online hearings due to fears from recent court arrests.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Head of S.F. legal aid nonprofit starts hunger strike protesting budget cuts

"Legal aid is not a luxury, it is a lifeline for many of our residents, especially those in District 10," said Natalie Gee, Supervisor Shamann Walton's aide.
San Francisco
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 06.10.25 - Above the Law

Surrender firms perceive Trump deals as non-committal, reflecting broader issues of reliability and trust in legal partnerships.
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Biglaw Promised Trump Pro Bono... His Fans Heard 'Free Lawyers For Me!' - Above the Law

Skadden's $100 million pro bono deal with Trump ended in confusion and public criticism, highlighting the challenges of such ambiguous agreements.
California
fromKqed
3 months ago

'Unprecedented': ICE Officers Operating Inside Bay Area Immigration Courts, Lawyers Say | KQED

Federal immigration agents are conducting enforcement operations inside immigration courthouses for the first time, leading to arrests of immigrants.
#cybersecurity
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Private data including criminal records stolen in Legal Aid hack

A cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency revealed extensive sensitive personal data breaches, alarming many applicants.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Cyber attack on Legal Aid Agency exposed significant amount' of applicant data

The cyber attack on the Legal Aid Agency compromised sensitive personal data, raising concerns about governmental cybersecurity measures.
EU data protection
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Private data including criminal records stolen in Legal Aid hack

A cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency revealed extensive sensitive personal data breaches, alarming many applicants.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Cyber attack on Legal Aid Agency exposed significant amount' of applicant data

The cyber attack on the Legal Aid Agency compromised sensitive personal data, raising concerns about governmental cybersecurity measures.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Ministry of Justice cyberattack: What data was stolen and what to do next

Support for journalism is essential to maintain impartial reporting during critical times.
California
fromKqed
3 months ago

Farmworker Assistance Bill Patterned After Nonprofit's Work | KQED

A proposed bill to deliver resources directly to farmworkers has been paused due to California's budget deficit.
The bill aims to operate without state funding, relying on charitable donations.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 months ago

Uncontested Divorce Clinic to expand access for Brooklyn litigants

This court-based legal clinic will provide free legal advice and document preparation for unrepresented court users both with and without children.
NYC parents
fromMission Local
4 months ago

S.F. supervisors, nonprofits sound alarm on Mayor Lurie's cuts to free civil legal aid

It is my opinion that we should protect the most vulnerable, especially at this time, given the sweeping federal cuts to nonprofits.
NYC politics
San Francisco
fromKqed
4 months ago

SF Could See Homelessness Spike With Legal Aid Cuts, Advocates Warn | KQED

Legal aid access is critical for low-income tenants at risk of eviction.
Budget cuts threaten essential legal services, potentially increasing homelessness.
#labor-rights
Washington Nationals
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Unions Form Pro Bono Legal Network for Federal Workers Targeted by Trump

A.F.L.-C.I.O. has launched a pro bono legal defense network to support federal workers facing job threats under the Trump administration.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 months ago

Don't Wait Until It's Too Late: Seniors, Fill Our Your Health Care Proxy Now!

The importance of health care proxies and advanced directives cannot be overstated, especially for older adults.
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