'This #AccesstoJustice Initiative funding is critical to the Pro Bono Center's ability to meet the legal needs of the most vulnerable black and brown District residents living on low incomes who have been historically left out.” D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center Executive Director Kelli Neptune.

“The eviction process is scary, intimidating, and confusing...Without sufficient funding, we will be forced to significantly scale back what resources we can provide to these tenants.” Kate Rheaume, Pro Bono Support Housing Attorney D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center #dcciviljustice DC OVSJG

Thanks to D.C. Bar President Charles R. Lowery, Jr. for testifying before the DC Council Judiciary and Public Safety Committee, chaired by Councilmember Brooke Pinto on the Access to Justice Initiative. This public funding supports essential free legal services across the District. DC OVSJG

“We need to invest more not less into the civil legal service providers and our partners who work tirelessly to keep D.C. residents housed and stable.” Amanda Eisenhour, Lead Tenant Support Specialist D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center #dcciviljustice #accesstojustice DC OVSJG

The Access to Justice Initiative gives DC residents legal help to access their rights. Watch TODAY's DC OVSJG Performance Oversight hearing starting at 11:00 am featuring D.C. Bar President Charles R. Lowery, Jr. - dccouncil.us DC Access to Justice Commission DC Bar Foundation

The Access to Justice Initiative gives DC residents legal help to access their rights. Watch Tomorrow's DC OVSJG Performance Oversight hearing starting at 11:00 am featuring D.C. Bar President Charles R. Lowery, Jr. - dccouncil.us DC Access to Justice Commission DC Bar Foundation

One day until we testify Council of DC about the Access to Justice Initiative. Did you know that over 200 District agencies and community orgs partner with Initiative funded projects? Learn more at dcaccesstojustice.org/wp-content/upl…

DON’T MISS the Saturday, April 20 Legal Advice & Referral Clinic at the Michelle Obama Southeast Center of Bread for the City. Get FREE legal advice, brief services and/or a referral on D.C. and federal civil matters.
Learn more - bit.ly/3H8AMdP

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Last chance to register! Our virtual 8-part course for #nonprofit leaders starts April 16. Learn the legal basics on IRS requirements, governance, employment law, contracts, intellectual property, risk management, and more. bit.ly/4csgRVL #Centernonprof #DCNonprofit

Need help understanding and navigating child support? Don’t miss our Thursday, April 11 Know Your Rights presentation on family law and child support in collaboration with DC Public Library at the Capitol View Neighborhood Library in Ward 7. #DCFamilyLaw #ChildCustodyRights

Contact your councilmembers NOW to restore ATJ Initiative Funding and protect vital services for low-income D.C. residents.

#dcciviljustice #dcbudget #accesstojustice

Without this funding, we cannot meet the growing legal needs of D.C. residents living on low incomes. We support urge Mayor Muriel Bowser Council of DC to preserve this critical funding. Read DC Access to Justice Commission statement here:
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The Access to Justice Initiative supports vital, life-changing legal services for our community. That includes our services for tenants facing eviction, parents and caregivers seeking child custody, and elderly residents planning their futures. #dcbudget #accesstojustice

Today, Mayor Bowser released her proposed budget for the District. While the budget aims to address many of the challenges D.C. currently faces, it also includes many cuts in necessary programs and services that residents rely upon every day. #dcciviljustice #dcbudget

On April 27, join @centernonprof and D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center for our three-part bootcamp. The course is designed for experienced, new, and aspiring board members. Discounts available for groups of 2 or more! Register: bit.ly/3QhM2rI
#Centernonprof #BoardBasics #DCNonprofit

Are you a #nonprofit leader?

Join D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center and The Center on April 16 for the start of our 8-part course covering the legal basics of running a nonprofit in #DC . Register today! bit.ly/4csgRVL

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Don't miss our Saturday, March 23 Legal Advice & Referral Clinic at the D.C. Bar! Meet with a lawyer for Free legal advice. D.C. residents will also have the opportunity to register to vote.

Learn more: bit.ly/3H8AMdP
#DCProBono #DCLaw #DCVoterRegistration

Attention D.C. Small Business Owners! Join us Saturday, March 23 for our FREE Small Business Advice Legal Clinic Sycamore & Oak in SE D.C.

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Former lawyer turned entrepreneur Paul J. Barringer, through the D.C. Bar Pro Bono Center Advocacy & Justice Clinic, recently represented several District residents with custody and disability benefits cases. Read more in the Washington Lawyer. bit.ly/4anqUtt
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Make plans now to attend the Saturday, March 23 Legal Advice & Referral Clinic at the D.C. Bar. Meet with a lawyer for Free legal advice. D.C. residents will also have the opportunity to register to vote.

Learn more: bit.ly/3H8AMdP
#DCProBono #DCLaw #DCVoterRegistration