Massachusetts IOLTA Committee

As of September 1, 2024, amendments to #Massachusetts Rule of Professional Conduct 1.15 are in effect. We’ve launched an all-new online portal for lawyers to report and transfer undistributable funds. Visit our site here: maiolta.org/for-attorneys/… for more information. #IOLTA

📝 Massachusetts lawyers and law firms: Keep your IOLTA accounts in compliance by following these best practices! #Massachusetts #IOLTA #trustaccounts #legalaid #attorneys #lawyers

If you've lost food you bought with SNAP during the recent snowstorm, you can still request replacement SNAP benefits. You have 10 days after the food loss to report it. Learn more: masslegalhelp.org/public-benefit… Article by @MassLawReform

IOLTA funds support programs that provide civil legal services to low-and moderate-income residents across the Commonwealth. Learn more here ➡️maiolta.org/making-a-diffe… #Massachusetts #IOLTA #accesstojustice #legalaid

Reminder for #Massachusetts #lawyers: Detailed instructions and resources for submitting unclaimed or unidentified funds to the #IOLTA Committee in accordance with Rule 1.15 are available on our website here: 🔗 maiolta.org/for-attorneys/… #lawfirms #attorneys #legalaid

In #Massachusetts, over 100 civil #legalaid organizations receive #IOLTA funding each year. Learn more about the wide array of programs and projects supported by IOLTA funds that provide crucial access to justice for those in the Commonwealth ➡️ maiolta.org/making-a-diffe…

📣 Reminder for Massachusetts attorneys: Don't forget that registration of new #IOLTA accounts is paperless and online. Access the online Notice of Enrollment here: maiolta.org/for-attorneys/… #Massachusetts #lawyers #attorneys #LegalAid

Start the new year strong by reviewing #IOLTA guidelines for Massachusetts attorneys. Our IOLTA 101 blog covers the essentials lawyers need to stay compliant. Read it here ➡️ maiolta.org/blog/117-iolta… #Massachusetts #attorneys #lawyers #legalaid

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) can help you pay your heating bills this winter. HEAP covers heating bills from Nov 1, 2025 to Apr 30, 2026. Learn more about HEAP and how to apply at MassLegalHelp: masslegalhelp.org/public-benefit… Article by @NCLC4consumers and @MassLawReform

📌 Reminder for MA #lawyers: You can now complete the Notice of Enrollment to register new #Massachusetts #IOLTA accounts completely online. Check out the form here after opening a new IOLTA account: maiolta.org/for-attorneys/… #attorneys #legalaid

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The Fall issue of Legal Aid Link is out now! Catch up on the latest news, updates, and inspiring work from legal aid organizations across Massachusetts. 📰 Read it here: loom.ly/UxEwQgA Not on our mailing list yet? Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future issues!

📢We’re excited to share the Access to Counsel Program's (ATCP) FY25 Report!💼⚖️ Learn about the program's key milestones and early outcomes here: loom.ly/s8jhX94 #CivilLegalAid #AccessToJustice

Thank you to our Leadership Institutions for their contributions to expanding access to justice in #Massachusetts. Find out more about the program here: maiolta.org/financial-inst… #lawyers #legalaid #banking

❓Have questions about maintaining an #IOLTA account in #Massachusetts? Check out our FAQ page ➡️ maiolta.org/for-attorneys/… #attorneys #lawyers #lawfirms #legalaid

"Act now or your account will be frozen!" That's not fraud prevention — it is the fraud. Doesn't matter what the caller ID says. ⏳ Snap out of it before scammers get in. Learn more: aba.social/4ouebwF #BanksNeverAskThat

October is #ProBonoMonth! The BBA is offering trainings on housing, domestic violence, education, immigration and more. Put your skills to work by volunteering to expand access to justice across MA. Find your opportunity: bostonbar.org/events/list/?t…

Learn more about the process for lawyers and financial institutions to transfer funds in our new blog post: maiolta.org/blog/130-iolta… #IOLTA #legalaid #accesstojustice #lawyers

IOLTA Committee’s Undistributable Funds Process Turns One! 🎉 Since the amendments to Rule of Professional Conduct 1.15 went into effect in #Massachusetts a year ago, the MA IOLTA Committee has received over 300 submissions of undistributable funds.

If you feel that you've been discriminated against by a real estate agent or a landlord, there are steps that you can take and organizations that may be able to help you. Learn more on MassLegalHelp. In English: masslegalhelp.org/housing-apartm… En español: masslegalhelp.org/es/vivienda-ap…

Are you looking for an apartment? Here are some things to know and do before you agree to rent an apartment: masslegalhelp.org/housing-apartm… (English) masslegalhelp.org/es/vivienda-ap… (español) Our content is written and reviewed by legal aid programs, lawyers, and community partners.