Published Oct 25, 2018 | Modified Jun 5, 2019 | News, Spotlight
Public Service Intern Honored for Pro Bono Work While working on an undergraduate degree at Tulane University, Byria Hamblin devoted over 60 hours of free civil legal aid for SLLS clients so far. She is a prelaw student who aspires to combine her passion of helping...
Published Oct 9, 2018 | Modified Jun 5, 2019 | 2018 Newsletters, News
This September during National Preparedness Month, we want to encourage families, the legal community, and community stakeholders in southeast Louisiana to be sure you are ready for the next disaster. SLLS helps vulnerable people be more resilient, year-round, by...
Published Oct 9, 2018 | Modified Jun 5, 2019 | 2018 Newsletters, News
Thanks to everyone who attended and supported our 5th Annual “Bar Exam” fundraiser on July 18, 2018. Your help is essential to our mission of increasing access to justice and strengthening our community. The event was another great success, attended by...
Published Oct 9, 2018 | Modified Jun 5, 2019 | 2018 Newsletters, News
In June, we join advocates around the country in honor of National Homeownership Month. For generations of Americans, owning a home has been synonymous with achieving the American Dream. Homeownership is the foundation of economic opportunity. This asset leads to...
Published Oct 9, 2018 | Modified Jun 5, 2019 | 2018 Newsletters, News
Every May, we join advocates around the country in honoring seniors during Older Americans Month. Currently, in Louisiana, 19% of seniors live in poverty. With few resources, they struggle to afford basic needs like shelter, food, and healthcare. Many are vulnerable...
Published Oct 9, 2018 | Modified Jun 5, 2019 | 2018 Newsletters, News
Though April is Fair Housing Month, everyday SLLS fights for the rights of tenants and homeowners when they face discrimination in housing. We recognize the strides our country has made, but there is much more hard work to do to ensure that all people have an equal...
