Fearing Trump's deportation plans, immigrants turn to churches, lawyersCommunity support for undocumented immigrants is vital, offering unofficial IDs and legal assistance in preparation for potential deportations.
Eli's Mile High Club in Oakland Is in Danger of Closing, Owner Says | KQEDThe closure of Eli's back patio has raised concerns about job losses and loss of a historic community venue.
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.
Dialing in: Brooklyn-based start-up Good Call uses tech to ensure legal support at arrest * Brooklyn PaperJelani Anglin founded Good Call NYC to provide immediate legal representation for individuals facing arrest, particularly young Black men.
Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Winner: Good CallGood Call won the 2025 Spark Prize for enhancing legal aid technology, improving support for underserved communities during critical arrest periods.
Fearing Trump's deportation plans, immigrants turn to churches, lawyersCommunity support for undocumented immigrants is vital, offering unofficial IDs and legal assistance in preparation for potential deportations.
Eli's Mile High Club in Oakland Is in Danger of Closing, Owner Says | KQEDThe closure of Eli's back patio has raised concerns about job losses and loss of a historic community venue.
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.
Dialing in: Brooklyn-based start-up Good Call uses tech to ensure legal support at arrest * Brooklyn PaperJelani Anglin founded Good Call NYC to provide immediate legal representation for individuals facing arrest, particularly young Black men.
Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Winner: Good CallGood Call won the 2025 Spark Prize for enhancing legal aid technology, improving support for underserved communities during critical arrest periods.
The Legal Services Corporation: Principled and Conservative or Liberal Running Dog?The defunding of the Legal Services Corporation would severely restrict access to justice for low-income individuals, ultimately increasing taxpayer burdens.
Ontario lawyers applaud plan to boost legal aid eligibility, but say more help needed | CBC NewsLegal Aid Ontario plans to expand eligibility thresholds, aiming to assist more low-income individuals in accessing legal aid services.
The Legal Services Corporation: Principled and Conservative or Liberal Running Dog?The defunding of the Legal Services Corporation would severely restrict access to justice for low-income individuals, ultimately increasing taxpayer burdens.
Ontario lawyers applaud plan to boost legal aid eligibility, but say more help needed | CBC NewsLegal Aid Ontario plans to expand eligibility thresholds, aiming to assist more low-income individuals in accessing legal aid services.
Trump extends anti-immigrant crusade to children: Government withdraws legal aid for unaccompanied minorsThe government halted a program aiding undocumented children, forcing them into a complex legal system without support.
Trump administration halts legal representation for 26,000 immigrant childrenThe Trump administration halted a program providing legal aid to 26,000 immigrant children, citing contracting rules but offering no clear justification.
Trump administration cuts off legal aid for unaccompanied immigrant childrenThe Trump administration halted legal aid for unaccompanied immigrant children, jeopardizing their safety and increasing risks of trafficking.
Trump administration restores legal aid for unaccompanied immigrant childrenLegal aid for unaccompanied immigrant children will continue after the Trump administration reversed its decision to cut funding.
Trump administration cuts off access to legal services for unaccompanied migrant childrenThe Trump administration discontinued legal assistance for unaccompanied migrant children, risking their due process and welfare.
Trump administration reinstates funds for lawyers representing 26,000 children in immigration courtThe Trump Administration reinstated legal funding for unaccompanied minors after initial cancellation, amidst concerns about future support for immigrant programs.
Trump extends anti-immigrant crusade to children: Government withdraws legal aid for unaccompanied minorsThe government halted a program aiding undocumented children, forcing them into a complex legal system without support.
Trump administration halts legal representation for 26,000 immigrant childrenThe Trump administration halted a program providing legal aid to 26,000 immigrant children, citing contracting rules but offering no clear justification.
Trump administration cuts off legal aid for unaccompanied immigrant childrenThe Trump administration halted legal aid for unaccompanied immigrant children, jeopardizing their safety and increasing risks of trafficking.
Trump administration restores legal aid for unaccompanied immigrant childrenLegal aid for unaccompanied immigrant children will continue after the Trump administration reversed its decision to cut funding.
Trump administration cuts off access to legal services for unaccompanied migrant childrenThe Trump administration discontinued legal assistance for unaccompanied migrant children, risking their due process and welfare.
Trump administration reinstates funds for lawyers representing 26,000 children in immigration courtThe Trump Administration reinstated legal funding for unaccompanied minors after initial cancellation, amidst concerns about future support for immigrant programs.
Judge orders White House to restore legal aid to unaccompanied migrant childrenA federal judge temporarily reinstated legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children following a challenge against Trump's administration's termination of support.
Helping Hand: Swapna Reddy is helping asylum-seekers navigate the immigration systemThe Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project aids families facing wrongful detention and deportation, ensuring they understand their legal rights.
Trump administration sued for halting legal aid for detained immigrantsThe Trump administration halted legal aid programs for detained immigrants, prompting lawsuits from nonprofits seeking to reverse the decision.
Free Legal Aid in the Bay Area: How it Works, Where to Find it | KQEDLegal aid provides free legal representation based on income eligibility, unlike private law firms that charge for their services.
Judge orders White House to restore legal aid to unaccompanied migrant childrenA federal judge temporarily reinstated legal aid for unaccompanied migrant children following a challenge against Trump's administration's termination of support.
Helping Hand: Swapna Reddy is helping asylum-seekers navigate the immigration systemThe Asylum Seeker Advocacy Project aids families facing wrongful detention and deportation, ensuring they understand their legal rights.
Trump administration sued for halting legal aid for detained immigrantsThe Trump administration halted legal aid programs for detained immigrants, prompting lawsuits from nonprofits seeking to reverse the decision.
Free Legal Aid in the Bay Area: How it Works, Where to Find it | KQEDLegal aid provides free legal representation based on income eligibility, unlike private law firms that charge for their services.
Next phase of wildfire rebuild: here come the lawyersLawyers are mobilizing in Altadena after the Eaton fire, seeking clients amidst concerns of exploitation.
Man Accused of Shoplifting Dies at Brooklyn CourthouseSoso Ramishvili, accused of theft, died in a holding cell before arraignment, prompting outrage and calls for investigation into his treatment in custody.
Lawyers raise threat of industrial action over legal aid funding rowLegal aid funding has significantly decreased, prompting lawyers to warn of industrial action and affecting access to justice.The government is challenged to increase legal aid funding amidst growing frustrations within the legal community.
Man Accused of Shoplifting Dies at Brooklyn CourthouseSoso Ramishvili, accused of theft, died in a holding cell before arraignment, prompting outrage and calls for investigation into his treatment in custody.
Lawyers raise threat of industrial action over legal aid funding rowLegal aid funding has significantly decreased, prompting lawyers to warn of industrial action and affecting access to justice.The government is challenged to increase legal aid funding amidst growing frustrations within the legal community.
HUD choked funding to enforce fair-housing laws. Legal aid groups may not surviveFederal funding cuts threaten fair-housing organizations critical for supporting families facing discrimination.
Man (30s) remanded in custody charged with three counts of rape of elderly woman in LongfordA 35-year-old man faces three counts of rape and is remanded in custody until his next court appearance.
Musician, 14, died in tragedy on Amsterdam boat trip as parents seek answers on deathThe Independent is committed to quality journalism accessible to all, especially during critical times.
Santa Clara County cuts legal aid homeless outreach program - San Jose SpotlightBudget cuts are jeopardizing crucial services, including outreach programs that provided legal aid to homeless individuals in Santa Clara County.
Legal assistance for Oakland renters facing eviction is in jeopardyOakland's free legal aid for renters facing eviction is threatened by budget cuts despite rising eviction rates post-pandemic.
Santa Clara County cuts legal aid homeless outreach program - San Jose SpotlightBudget cuts are jeopardizing crucial services, including outreach programs that provided legal aid to homeless individuals in Santa Clara County.
Legal assistance for Oakland renters facing eviction is in jeopardyOakland's free legal aid for renters facing eviction is threatened by budget cuts despite rising eviction rates post-pandemic.
The right to know: Groups offer guidance to undocumented immigrants in New York amid ICE raids and a fluid immigration landscape | amNewYorkImmigrants in New York are facing increasing challenges due to changes in policies affecting their rights and access to essential services.
ACLU and other advocates sue for access to migrants moved to Guantanamo BayMigrants in Guantanamo Bay are denied access to legal representation by the Trump administration.
California's special session to fight Donald Trump becomes fiery immigration debateCalifornia is using a $50 million fund to challenge Trump's immigration policies, revealing deep partisan divides around immigration issues.
Legal aid groups for immigrants can resume work in detention centers after DOJ backs downLegal aid groups are allowed back into immigration courts and detention centers, reversing a previous halt by the Trump Administration.
California lawmakers approve millions for lawsuits against Trump and aid for immigrantsCalifornia's Democrats allocate $50 million for legal defense against Trump administration and support immigrant legal aid.
Lawmakers double 'Trump-proof' effort to $50 million, including legal aid for CaliforniansCalifornia lawmakers are preparing a $50 million legal defense fund against potential federal conflicts under Trump administration.
ACLU and other advocates sue for access to migrants moved to Guantanamo BayMigrants in Guantanamo Bay are denied access to legal representation by the Trump administration.
California's special session to fight Donald Trump becomes fiery immigration debateCalifornia is using a $50 million fund to challenge Trump's immigration policies, revealing deep partisan divides around immigration issues.
Legal aid groups for immigrants can resume work in detention centers after DOJ backs downLegal aid groups are allowed back into immigration courts and detention centers, reversing a previous halt by the Trump Administration.
California lawmakers approve millions for lawsuits against Trump and aid for immigrantsCalifornia's Democrats allocate $50 million for legal defense against Trump administration and support immigrant legal aid.
Lawmakers double 'Trump-proof' effort to $50 million, including legal aid for CaliforniansCalifornia lawmakers are preparing a $50 million legal defense fund against potential federal conflicts under Trump administration.
"I'll Never Forget It": People Are Sharing The Most Tone-Deaf Thing They've Ever Heard A Rich Person SayJudicial indifference to economic hardship can harm custody and child support hearings.
Kirkland & Ellis Brings Together Pro Bono Client And Attorneys For Actually Enjoyable Networking EventKirkland & Ellis enhances attorney-client relationships through engaging pro bono initiatives, notably the empowering networking event for Brave House members.
Lawyers - young and old - from the Keys to Miami to Palm Beach honored for pro bono workSignificant recognition was given to lawyers for their pro bono service in South Florida at the 2025 Florida Bar President's Pro Bono Service Awards.
Kirkland & Ellis Brings Together Pro Bono Client And Attorneys For Actually Enjoyable Networking EventKirkland & Ellis enhances attorney-client relationships through engaging pro bono initiatives, notably the empowering networking event for Brave House members.
Lawyers - young and old - from the Keys to Miami to Palm Beach honored for pro bono workSignificant recognition was given to lawyers for their pro bono service in South Florida at the 2025 Florida Bar President's Pro Bono Service Awards.
Will Generative AI Actually Expand Access To Justice?Universal access to justice remains a distant dream, hindered by insufficient funding for legal aid and profit-driven motives overshadowing altruistic technology initiatives.
Legal aid cuts deny parents their human rights, says ex-supreme court presidentLegal aid cuts to family cases violate human rights, depriving parents of the ability to enforce their rights to contact with children.
Access to Justice 2.0: How AI-powered software can bridge the gapAI has the potential to improve access to justice by making legal information more accessible, particularly for underserved communities.
Generative AI And Access To Justice: Incremental Solutions Or Overhyped Promises?Generative AI chatbots can improve access to justice by providing legal information and support for self-represented litigants.
Two new judges appointed to Brooklyn Housing CourtNew judges appointed to Brooklyn Housing Court to tackle increasing caseloads and enhance access to justice in NYC.
Will Generative AI Actually Expand Access To Justice?Universal access to justice remains a distant dream, hindered by insufficient funding for legal aid and profit-driven motives overshadowing altruistic technology initiatives.
Legal aid cuts deny parents their human rights, says ex-supreme court presidentLegal aid cuts to family cases violate human rights, depriving parents of the ability to enforce their rights to contact with children.
Access to Justice 2.0: How AI-powered software can bridge the gapAI has the potential to improve access to justice by making legal information more accessible, particularly for underserved communities.
Generative AI And Access To Justice: Incremental Solutions Or Overhyped Promises?Generative AI chatbots can improve access to justice by providing legal information and support for self-represented litigants.
Two new judges appointed to Brooklyn Housing CourtNew judges appointed to Brooklyn Housing Court to tackle increasing caseloads and enhance access to justice in NYC.
Wu announces Access to Counsel Pilot Program to combat housing displacementThe Access to Counsel Pilot Program provides free legal representation to families with school-aged children facing eviction in Boston, aiding stability and routine.
'I didn't murder anyone' - Man (34) charged in connection with death of Wexford grandfatherWayne Roche is charged with the murder of John O'Connor and has denied the charges.
Man (30s) accused of assaulting woman is barred from Westmeath town by judgeMayuma, charged with assault causing harm, expressed remorse in court and was granted bail with strict conditions.
'I didn't murder anyone' - Man (34) charged in connection with death of Wexford grandfatherWayne Roche is charged with the murder of John O'Connor and has denied the charges.
Man (30s) accused of assaulting woman is barred from Westmeath town by judgeMayuma, charged with assault causing harm, expressed remorse in court and was granted bail with strict conditions.
Four new prisons to be built but space could still run out, minister warns UK politics liveBuilding more prisons alone won't fix the criminal justice system; holistic investment in legal aid, CPS, and rehabilitation is essential.
After Helene, Lawyers Gear Up for Battles Over Who Should PayLegal aid organizations are mobilizing to provide assistance for those impacted by Hurricane Helene, despite facing their own challenges.
New California law gives tenants more time to respond to eviction noticesCalifornia tenants now have 10 business days to respond to eviction notices, doubling the previous timeline to help those facing legal aid issues.
Thousands of L.A. tenants face eviction every year without lawyers. The city wants to fix thatThe City Council is moving towards providing legal representation for low-income tenants facing eviction, addressing significant power imbalances in the judicial process.
New California law gives tenants more time to respond to eviction noticesCalifornia tenants now have 10 business days to respond to eviction notices, doubling the previous timeline to help those facing legal aid issues.
Thousands of L.A. tenants face eviction every year without lawyers. The city wants to fix thatThe City Council is moving towards providing legal representation for low-income tenants facing eviction, addressing significant power imbalances in the judicial process.
How Lawyers Can Help Communities Prepare for Disaster: An Interview with Verna Williams - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyLawyers play a crucial role in providing free legal aid to communities affected by climate disasters, contributing to disaster preparedness and resilience.
National Legal Aid calls for $300m funding increase to keep Australian women safeMore than $300m additional annual government funding is needed for legal aid services related to family violence.
LA County approves legal aid for tenants facing evictionProviding free legal aid for eviction cases in Los Angeles County to prevent homelessness.
L.A. County wants to give evicted tenants free lawyers. Landlords say it won't helpA proposed 'right to counsel' ordinance in L.A. County aims to provide legal aid to struggling renters in eviction proceedings, balancing the power dynamic.
Brother (41) charged with murder of Padraig O'Connor in KerryThe accused, Fergus O'Connor, was charged with the murder of his brother and will plead self-defense.Bail must be applied for in the High Court due to the murder charge.The defense lawyer, Padraig O'Connell, requested bail for Mr. O'Connor and emphasized the need for medical treatment while in custody.