Published Jun 5, 2019 | Modified Oct 27, 2020 | 2019 Newsletter
As we observe Older Americans Month, SLLS stands with advocates across the nation to support the legal rights of low-income seniors. With limited resources, many low-income seniors live in poverty, struggling to make ends meet. By providing free legal representation...
Published May 1, 2019 | Modified Oct 27, 2020 | News
GiveNOLA Day is May 7, 2019 Thank you for your commitment to increasing access to justice for all! We hope you will show your support for our mission this year by making a donation to SLLS on GiveNOLA Day. What is GiveNOLA Day? An initiative of the Greater New...
Published Apr 30, 2019 | Modified Oct 27, 2020 | 2019 Newsletter
For the last several decades, Louisiana’s held the title of "mass incarceration capital of the world." Sadly, one out of every two people released from prison in Louisiana will return back shortly after within a five year time span. Even worse, one in...
This month, we’re kicking off a new “Did You Know?” series to share information about work and services available for vulnerable people in the communities we serve. Did You Know? Income Tax 101 Tax season is a stressful time of year. That’s why...
Last week, a Times-Picayune’s front page article revealed that in 75% of civil cases in Louisiana, one or both parties are forced to represent themselves in court because they cannot afford an attorney. Louisiana is one of only three states in the...
