Chief Program Officer Danielle Harris and Director of Advocacy Morgan Cardinal authored an article for the ABA Journal on June 30, 2025 highlighting the crucial role of legal aid organizations in supporting vulnerable individuals and families who cannot afford legal representation. They highlight how legal aid addresses the significant challenges faced by families, particularly single-parent households and those living in poverty, with a focus on issues such as housing, safety and income stability.
“By advocating for families and communities, legal aid organizations empower and educate individuals of all ages – creating meaningful, life-changing outcomes for those who cannot afford representation in the critical areas including housing, education, safety and income stability,” explain Harris and Cardinal.
The article elaborates on how assisting families with housing stability, family law services, and financial advocacy ultimately impacts the broader community and enhances the legal system by promoting equal access to justice. Additionally, it highlights that pro bono work via legal aid offers attorneys meaningful experience and networking possibilities.
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