Legal Services Corp.

Civil legal services are a lifeline — protecting the safety, livelihoods and stability of millions of everyday Americans. Learn how you can support justice for all. lsc.gov/GetInvolved ⚖️ #AccessToJustice

Low-income Americans do not receive enough help for 92% of their civil legal problems. Funding the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) ensures everyday, hardworking Americans who can’t afford a lawyer receive critical civil legal support. #LSCMatters #MAPMatters

May is #ElderLawMonth—a reminder that aging with dignity shouldn’t depend on your income. Our Justice Gap Study found that low-income seniors did not receive any or enough legal help for 91% of their civil legal problems in the past year. Learn more: justicegap.lsc.gov/resource/senio…

Each week, we highlight headlines that showcase our grantees in action. Here's a look at some of the outreach and impact LSC grantees have made in their communities lately:

🌪️ Florida learned a lot from Hurricane Ian — and preparation is more than supplies. ✅ Review your insurance coverage ✅ Take photos of your home and belongings ✅ Watch for contractor scams after storms frls.org/hurricane-serv…

The final report from LSC’s Eviction Project is out, shining a light on how eviction laws impact tenants and the real consequences families face. Now’s the perfect time to explore more resources from the study: lsc.gov/eviction #Eviction #Housing

Ready for hurricane season? Start by knowing your risk. This #NationalHurricanePreparednessWeek, visit Heartland Disaster Help to check threats by address: heartlanddisasterhelp.org #HurricanePrep #HurricaneStrong

Know the facts about LSC. Our mission is to help everyday Americans access justice.⚖️ Learn more at lsc.gov/about. #LSCMatters

Civil legal challenges can impact stability and opportunity for service members and their families. Supporting those who served means ensuring they have the legal resources they need to move forward. Learn more: lsc.gov/veteransrights… #MilitaryAppreciationMonth

Missed an episode of Talk Justice? Now’s a good time to catch up! Each conversation tackles the justice gap from a different angle, with ideas you can actually use. Listen here: legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/talk-… #LegalPodcast #TalkJustice #A2J

In the headlines: the legal aid organizations LSC funds and the impact they’re making to expand access to justice in communities across the country. Watch this week's edition of Grantees in the News!

Congratulations to Bay Area Legal Services and their many partners who made this possible!

Every day, millions of low-income Americans grapple with civil legal problems, which often involve basic needs. For the full report, visit justicegap.lsc.gov/the-report 📑

🪪 Born in Colorado—but legally, she didn’t exist. No birth certificate meant no driver’s license, no job, no healthcare, and no legal marriage. Access to justice starts with something simple: proving who you are. 🎧 Listen now: play.megaphone.fm/6mih82reqe6xhq… #AccessToJustice #LegalAid #CivilJustice #LegalProfession @LSCtweets

On #LawDay, we reflect on the importance of ensuring justice is accessible to all. LSC grantees are committed to this ideal, writes LSC Chairman John Levi: “that justice should be accessible for those without the means to pay for it.” Read his statement: lsc.gov/press-release/…

Our grantees are in the news! 📺 Catch this week's roundup to see the difference they're making in communities across the country.

The House CJS Appropriations Subcommittee has proposed a more than 50% cut to LSC funding. This would erase legal assistance for more than 2.8M Americans. Learn more: lsc.gov/press-release/… #LSC #A2J

Impersonation scams are among the most persistent and costly forms of fraud, costing consumers $3.5 billion last year alone. Join us Thursday for a webinar with representatives from the @FTC on how to combat them. Register here: lsc-gov.zoom.us/webinar/regist… #ConsumerProtection

One missing document can change everything—especially when it’s proof of your own birth. The latest Talk Justice episode explores the barriers people without identification and other vital docs face and how legal aid can make a difference. Listen now legaltalknetwork.com/podcasts/talk-…

Just out! 📨Catch the latest issue of LSC Updates for LSC news and resources. Read it here: mailchi.mp/lsc/lsc-update…