April 15 2025 New at LSA | The Advocate
The newest issue of Legal Services Alabama’s journal, The Advocate, is now available to read! Check out this issue to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Selma Bridge Crossing with LSA, hear from our Low-Income Tax Clinic Director about his work, and learn more about the impact free legal aid has on communities across Alabama. …
April 01 2025 New at LSA | Press Release
Legal Services Alabama (LSA) recognizes outstanding community leaders at the sixth annual Justice Fairness and Hope Awards Luncheon. LSA’s annual Justice, Fairness, & Hope Awards Luncheon raises funds to support the LSA John Lewis Fellowship Program, and to honor changemakers whose work embodies the LSA Core principles of justice, fairness, and hope. Established in 2019, the Fellowship …
March 19 2025 In the News | New at LSA | Press Release
While Social Security Administration (SSA) offices begin closing across Alabama, many are left wondering how they’ll manage to make ends meet. LSA remains committed to helping ensure low-income residents receive the benefits to which they are entitled. Legal Services Alabama (LSA), the state’s only statewide provider of free civil legal aid, will maintain consistent federal …
February 26 2025 In the News | New at LSA | Press Release
Following its historic victory in the U.S. Supreme Court, Legal Services Alabama (LSA) is now focused on ensuring that the ruling translates into tangible improvements for thousands of Alabamians affected by the Alabama Department of Labor’s (ADOL) delays in processing unemployment claims. “LSA is delighted by the decision of the U.S. Supreme Court and welcome …
February 24 2025 In the News | New at LSA | Press Release
Legal Services Alabama (LSA) has achieved a groundbreaking victory at the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Williams v. Reed, securing justice for thousands of Alabamians who faced systemic delays and unjust denials in accessing unemployment benefits. In a ruling that underscores the fundamental right to due process, the Court sided with LSA’s clients, …
October 16 2024 New at LSA | The Advocate
The newest issue of Legal Services Alabama’s journal, The Advocate, is now available to read! As we continue celebrating our 20th Anniversary, this issue highlights LSA’s commitment to rural advocacy and closing the access to justice gap for all Alabamians. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Celebrate Pro Bono Month in Alabama. In …
October 02 2024 Community | New at LSA | Press Release
BIRMINGHAM – Legal Services Alabama (LSA) is proud to announce the addition of a new Medical Legal Attorney working in the Cahaba Medical Care Foundation to address patients’ legal needs. This strategic attorney role is part of LSA’s continued effort to bridge the gap between health and legal needs and ensure comprehensive advocacy for vulnerable …
September 30 2024 New at LSA | Press Release
AL – October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Legal Services Alabama (LSA) is raising awareness by announcing the addition of a new Domestic Violence Resource Hub to the LSA website. The online resource hub aims to provide comprehensive support and assistance to survivors of domestic violence, furthering LSA’s commitment to combating intimate partner and …
August 16 2024 Community | New at LSA
The information below is for the farmers and ranchers who applied for and received a one-time, lump-sum payment/award from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) under the USDA Discrimination Financial Assistance Program (DFAP). DFAP was created to address the consequences of prior discrimination by USDA in USDA farm lending. This general information will help …
July 16 2024 Community | New at LSA
The Alabama Tenants’ Handbook is an essential for all renters in Alabama. Download the most up-to-date version to stay on top of Alabama housing laws, your rights and responsibilities, and community resources that can help you address rental concerns. CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE 2024 AL TENANTS’ HANDBOOK
