How many legal needs does a patient in an MAT program have compared to a non-MAT patient?🤔 Join us now for the answer and to learn about medical-legal partnership #medleg as a solution. The PLA's medical-legal community partnership team is here to share their knowledge.

Join Our Team! We're hiring for multiple positions with amazing benefits, a hybrid work schedule, and a chance to advance access to justice for low-income families in Philadelphia. Apply now! Learn more at bit.ly/workPLA

Attention! PLA's offices and hotlines will be closed on July 4th and July 5th for the 4th of July Holiday. We will return to normal operations on Monday, July 8th. Please note that the Philadelphia Courts will be closed on Thursday, July 4th as well. Enjoy the holiday!

Legacy in Action. Our 2023 Annual Report is here! 2023 brought challenges and changes for PLA. Dive into our Annual Report to see how we turned obstacles into opportunities, improving lives across Philadelphia. Visit philalegal.org/AnnualReport20… to read the entire report!

Welcome to our newest public interest institutional partner, PLA!

A return on investment study led by Erin Davison, found that investments in the MLCP between 2018 and 2023 yielded $41,226,771.05 in financial, social, and emotional returns for residents and communities in Philadelphia. Learn more about the study at philalegal.org/ROmlcp

PLA seeks an outstanding strategic and collaborative leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This position is an excellent opportunity for a leader, team-builder, connector and communicator who is passionate about the delivery of justice. Apply at bit.ly/workPLA

HARRISBURG - Project directors & leaders from several Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network (PLAN) programs joined the PA Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts (IOLTA) Board July 24, 2024 at the Pennsylvania Judicial Center in Harrisburg. PA Courts

Attention! Our Family Law Hotline will be closed during the week of 8/5 for administrative time. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Just a reminder that our Family Law Unit's hotline is closed this week for administrative time. Please visit philalegal.org/FLU to find useful information about Family Law issues on our website, including how to file for a Protection From Abuse Order.

Senate Bill 55, known as Kayden’s Law, took effect in Pennsylvania on August 13th, 2024. This legislation aims to improve child safety in custody cases. Read our new blog post to learn more: philalegal.org/news/kaydens-l…

We're hiring! PLA seeks an outstanding strategic and collaborative leader to serve as its next Executive Director. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates are urged to submit their application by 8/31. Visit bit.ly/workPLA to apply!

Are you a home health aide? We made a flier about your rights at work and unemployment. Go to bit.ly/UCaides. The flier is available in Spanish (Español), Chinese (中文), Haitian Creole (Kreyòl ayisyen), Arabic (عربي), Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt), and French (Français).

September is Recovery Month. This is a time to raise awareness about the challenges faced by those in substance use recovery. Read our latest blog post to see how PLA’s MLCP helps individuals in recovery access the resources they need. Read more at bit.ly/RM-PLA

Attention! Philadelphia is now accepting applications for low-income Real Estate tax freezes. Apply online or learn more at bit.ly/PHLTaxFreeze

Attention! PLA's Family Law Hotline and General Intake Hotline will both be closed this upcoming Thursday, September 19th. Thank you for your understanding!

PLA is dedicated to ensuring that every low-income Philadelphian can access free civil legal aid. But we can’t do it alone. As a Sustainer of Justice, your monthly contribution helps PLA respond effectively to the need for civil legal assistance. Visit philalegal.org/donate!

Attention! PLA’s hotlines and offices will be closed on Monday, October 14th, in celebration of Indigenous People’s Day. Thank you for your understanding! We'll be back to normal hours on Tuesday!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Today, we wear purple to show support and care for those who have experienced domestic violence. Check out some of our staff wearing purple to show their support for survivors!

Attention! PLA’s hotlines and offices will be closed on Friday, November 1st, for a staff retreat and  Tuesday, November 5th, in observance of Election Day. Thank you for your understanding!