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Legal Aid of North Carolina is a statewide, nonprofit law firm that provides free legal services in civil matters to low-income people in order to ensure equal access to justice and to remove legal barriers to economic opportunity.
Legal Aid of North Carolina is an innovative , creative , progressive , and efficient civil legal service provider to the poor, working toward an inclusive justice system. All voices are valued, heard, and respected.
Unlike criminal cases, there is no guaranteed right to an attorney in civil legal matters, cases involving eviction, domestic violence, or loss of benefits, to name a few. For thousands who cannot afford a lawyer, this means facing some of life’s toughest battles completely alone, without the guidance or support they desperately need. This is where Legal Aid steps in, providing a voice and hope when it feels like the odds are stacked against you.
We are the only civil legal services provider in North Carolina with a presence in every single county, 100 counties, 100 communities. In 2025 alone, we handled over 25,000 cases. Our clients aren’t just those without jobs; over half are hardworking individuals striving to support their families despite living paycheck to paycheck.

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Home means even more during the holidays. 💙 It’s where families gather, traditions are passed down and memories are made. But for too many North Carolinians, a legal problem can put the place they call home at risk. This holiday season, you can help. Thanks to a generous anonymous supporter, every gift to Legal Aid of North Carolina will be doubled, up to $100,000. Give today and make twice the impact for our neighbors across North Carolina: legalaidnc.org/match

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Child Custody happens Tue, Oct 10th at 2:30 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #custody

Legal Aid NC continued to honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month by participating in the Silent Walk in Wilson last week. We joined others for a walk of silence that symbolized solidarity, strength, and hope. #legalaid #northcarolina #dvam #bettertogether #wilson

Legal Aid NC held an informative and productive presentation on custody and divorce last week in Wayne County. We thank all who came out to find help - if you're seeking assistance with custody and/or divorce, please visit our website to find self-help materials or apply for legal aid on JusticeHub. #legalaid #northcarolina #custody #divorce

Last month, Legal Aid of NC's Immigration Pathways for Victims Project, or IMMPAV, honored Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) with a team meeting at the Reynolda House Museum of American Art in Winston-Salem. DVAM may be over, but Legal Aid NC is here to protect and support survivors year-round! #legalaid #northcarolina #winstonsalemnc #dvam #dvawareness

From the mountains to the coast, Legal Aid of North Carolina serves all 100 counties with one mission: access to justice. 💙 We help North Carolinians navigate civil legal challenges affecting their homes, safety, families and futures. #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC #CivilLegalAid

We had a frighteningly fun time at our Halloween Costume Party this week! Congratulations to our contest winners, as well, for their great costumes - a few of which we've featured here. Which costume is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! #legalaid #northcarolina #justiceforall #happyhalloween🎃

We were glad to join Gaston Community Foundation on October 27 to celebrate its 2026 grant recipients and the work of nonprofits across our community! Legal Aid of North Carolina was awarded a $15,000 grant to help individuals and families navigate civil legal challenges affecting their safety, stability and well-being. We’re grateful for the Foundation’s support in making this work possible. Thank you for investing in the people we serve and hosting such a wonderful celebration. The locally made ice cream was a sweet bonus! 💙 #CivilLegalAid #CommunitySupport #GastonCounty

Please join us in congratulating Patrick Healy on being sworn in! ️🎉 The Honorable Christine Underwood administered the oath at the Alexander County Courthouse, with nearly the entire office there to celebrate. Brenda, our office mom, held the Bible for the occasion. Patrick wasted no time getting to work, jumping right in to advocate for a client that same day. We’re excited to celebrate this milestone and the work ahead serving our communities! #LegalAidNC #AccessToJustice

A will or advance directive is a way for individuals to protect their wishes, plan for the future, and provide peace of mind for themselves and their families. Rochelle Hamman of Hamman Law PLLC has been a dedicated volunteer with Legal Aid of North Carolina, helping clients access these important legal protections with care and compassion. In just the past six months, Rochelle has assisted eight clients with wills and advance directives. She consistently makes herself available to help clients complete and execute their documents, even offering to travel to meet them when needed. Her willingness to accommodate clients' circumstances reflects her understanding that meaningful access to justice sometimes requires going beyond the usual expectations of legal service. Rochelle is the kind of dependable, thoughtful volunteer who makes our Pro Bono Program stronger. Her commitment to listening to clients, respecting their wishes, and ensuring that their legal needs are met has made a lasting difference. We are grateful for her generosity, consistency, and the compassion she brings to every case. Thank you, Rochelle, for helping our clients protect what matters most! #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

In rural communities where access to legal representation can be limited, dedicated attorneys make an extraordinary difference. Attorney Hannah Miller provides vital representation to survivors of domestic violence in Catawba County, where Legal Aid of North Carolina does not have staff attorneys available to handle these cases. Beyond her contracted work with Legal Aid, Hannah regularly donates additional time to assist our clients on a pro bono basis. Hannah's work is marked by professionalism, compassion, and an impressive ability to navigate complex legal challenges. In one particularly difficult case, she successfully handled negotiations involving an international tribal court, managing time differences and sensitive family dynamics while advocating for a client whose family faced retaliation related to their social status. Her persistence helped achieve a successful resolution for the client. Hannah also consistently provides clear, timely communication and documentation, allowing Legal Aid staff to focus more resources on serving clients. We are incredibly fortunate to have Hannah as a partner in western North Carolina. Her willingness to go above and beyond her professional obligations reflects a deep commitment to the individuals and communities she serves. Thank you, Hannah, for sharing your time, talents, and dedication with Legal Aid and our clients! #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Criminal Record Expungement happens Tue, 11/3 at 2:30 PM. Register for free today! #legalaid #NorthCarolina #expungement

Legal Aid of NC and @campbelllawschool will be hosting a FREE Wills and Power of Attorney Clinic next Friday, November 6th in Raleigh. Get assistance from legal professionals! To attend, you must make an appointment on our JusticeHub webpage or by calling 919-861-2095. #legalaid #northcarolina #wills #poa #legalhelp #gethelp

In our work, connecting with clients and understanding their needs can be challenging. Although relatively new to the Pro Bono Program, Assistant District Attorney Jace Ortman has already taken on a number of cases involving complicated legal issues, approaching each client with patience and compassion. He takes the time to listen, flags potential concerns with Legal Aid, and helps clients navigate difficult circumstances with care and grace. Most recently, Jace has continued to step up by requesting additional cases across a variety of legal issues. He has been a steadfast advocate for each client, demonstrating a commitment to learning and growing as an attorney, as well as sharing his legal knowledge and experience with as many North Carolinians as possible. In just three months with Legal Aid’s Pro Bono Program, Jace has taken on nearly a dozen cases in his personal time and made a meaningful difference in the lives of the clients he serves. He is a true Pro Bono Hero, and our clients are fortunate to have him in their corner! #ProBonoHero #VolunteerLawyers #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

Members of Legal Aid of North Carolina’s Client Council attended the Domestic Violence Community Event in Greenville, NC, hosted by New Beginning’s Community Outreach Worldwide. Through our statewide Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Project, Legal Aid NC provides legal assistance to survivors of domestic violence, helping them seek safety and build independence. Our advocates work closely with community partners across North Carolina to connect survivors with legal help and support. Thank you to New Beginning’s Community Outreach Worldwide for bringing the community together to raise awareness and support survivors and their families. #LegalAidNC #DomesticViolenceAwareness #SupportingSurvivors

Expanding access to justice takes volunteers who are willing to show up, get involved, and look for new ways to make a difference. Shaylor Anderson, a paralegal with Alston & Bird, has become a valued and enthusiastic partner in Legal Aid of North Carolina's Raleigh Pro Bono Collaborative, demonstrating a consistent commitment to helping North Carolinians overcome legal barriers. Shaylor regularly participates in our Expunction Work Sessions, helping support efforts to give individuals with eligible criminal records a fresh start. She takes pride in her work, either staying late or taking work home after events to finish. She is eager to take on pro bono work, demonstrating the kind of initiative and engagement that makes a partnership especially valuable. We are grateful for Shaylor's enthusiasm, dependability, and willingness to put her legal skills to work for others. Volunteers like Shaylor are essential to building a strong, sustainable pro bono community, and we appreciate the energy and commitment she brings to our work. Thank you, Shaylor, for being such a wonderful partner in expanding access to justice! #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

Every senior deserves the opportunity to make important decisions about their future and protect the people they love. Ben Edwards, an attorney with @lincolnfinancial in Greensboro, has spent years helping make that possible by volunteering with Legal Aid of North Carolina to prepare wills and advance directives for older adults who might otherwise go without these essential legal documents. What makes Ben's service especially meaningful is the care he brings to every client interaction. He takes the time to explain options, answer questions, and ensure that clients fully understand their decisions. He is patient, compassionate, and willing to go the extra mile—including traveling to meet clients in person when needed. Remarkably, Ben has never turned down a case referred to him through our program! Our clients consistently praise Ben's professionalism, kindness, and dedication, and our Pro Bono team has come to rely on his exceptional partnership. His work is a wonderful reminder that pro bono service is about giving people peace of mind, dignity, and a voice in their own futures. Thank you, Ben, for your years of extraordinary service! #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

For North Carolinians navigating divorce or child custody issues without an attorney, access to reliable legal information can make an enormous difference. Attorney Manisha Patel, a sole practitioner who already manages the demands of her own law practice (@lompp18), has made an extraordinary commitment to helping these individuals understand their rights and options through Legal Aid of North Carolina's Family Law Listen and Learn program. When Legal Aid sought volunteer presenters to help revitalize the program in 2025, Manisha didn't simply volunteer for a session or two—she offered to present every month! For more than a year and a half, she has consistently led public education webinars on divorce and child custody, providing practical legal information and answering questions from participants. She has also taken the initiative to update and improve the presentation materials, ensuring that the information remains useful and accessible. Manisha's reliability, generosity, and commitment have helped sustain an important resource for North Carolinians who may not otherwise have access to legal guidance. Her service also allows Legal Aid NC staff to devote more time to direct client representation. We are tremendously grateful for her willingness to share her expertise month after month and for the difference she continues to make in our communities! #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

Helping veterans secure the benefits and recognition they have earned requires dedication, persistence, and specialized knowledge. Andréa Parris, a paralegal with @wellsfargo in Charlotte, has been an invaluable volunteer with Legal Aid of North Carolina's Veterans Legal Project, generously sharing her expertise in the complex area of military discharge upgrades. Over the past two years, Andréa has assisted with gathering evidence, reviewing records, and interpreting military regulations—work that is essential to helping veterans pursue discharge upgrades and access benefits. Her contributions have supported successful outcomes for multiple veterans, including upgrades to honorable or general under honorable conditions discharges and favorable determinations affecting eligibility for service-connected benefits. In one particularly meaningful case, a veteran's service-connected disability rating increased from 0% to 100%. Andréa brings valuable knowledge and a collaborative spirit, as well as a genuine commitment to those who have served our country. Her steady support has strengthened our ability to advocate for veterans in a highly specialized area of law. We are incredibly grateful for her generosity and dedication to helping North Carolina veterans obtain the recognition and support they deserve! #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

When Legal Aid of North Carolina's Immigration Pathways for Victims Project faced devastating staffing reductions, hundreds of immigrant survivors of crime were at risk of losing legal representation. Attorney Alexander Eiffe at @a.g.linett.law stepped forward with an extraordinary commitment to ensuring that these vulnerable clients would not have to navigate the immigration system alone. Following significant funding cuts, our immigration team needed to transition hundreds of pending U visa cases to other attorneys. Alex responded by agreeing to take on more than 100 cases at a deeply reduced fee. His office handled the transitions with remarkable efficiency, promptly preparing and filing the necessary paperwork to ensure continuity of representation for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other serious crimes. Alex's generosity and compassion made an enormous difference during an incredibly difficult time. His willingness to assume ongoing responsibility for so many complex cases helped protect clients' access to legal counsel when their safety, stability, and futures were at stake. We are deeply grateful for his extraordinary commitment to access to justice and to the clients who depend on it. #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

Expanding access to justice can mean finding innovative ways to make legal services more efficient and accessible. Amani Smathers, Legal Innovation Solutions Manager at @chapmancutler, has done exactly that by helping Legal Aid of North Carolina develop a new tool for preparing wills and advance directives. In just four months, this tool has already helped us serve more than 75 clients! Amani led the development of a document generator that not only simplifies the preparation process but also makes it easier for volunteers to serve clients remotely. By creating a clear summary page and identifying exactly where clients need to initial documents, she helped eliminate communication gaps between remote volunteer attorneys and Legal Aid staff responsible for finalizing documents. This innovation saves valuable staff time, improves the client experience, and creates new opportunities for volunteers in urban areas to assist clients in rural communities. Amani's contributions have extended well beyond the initial development of the tool. She has remained a patient, responsive, and dedicated partner as we continue refining and improving the process. We are so grateful for her creativity, technical expertise, and commitment to using innovation to make justice more accessible! #ProBonoHero #LegalInnovation #AccessToJustice #LegalAidNC

Strong pro bono partnerships help build lasting solutions to expand access to justice. @kilpatricktownsend has been an extraordinary partner to Legal Aid of North Carolina, particularly in Raleigh and Winston-Salem, where its attorneys have helped strengthen and expand our pro bono programs. In Raleigh, Kilpatrick has played a key role in launching and growing our Raleigh Pro Bono Collaborative, hosting events and engaging attorneys in housing, expunction, and other legal matters. In Winston-Salem, the firm's attorneys have enthusiastically supported our Domestic Violence Protective Order Project, helping us pilot an approach to serving survivors that we hope to replicate across North Carolina. From taking on complex rural legal matters to stepping forward for new initiatives, Kilpatrick attorneys consistently demonstrate a willingness to go above and beyond. We are grateful for a partnership built on enthusiasm, collaboration, and a shared commitment to justice. Thank you to the entire Kilpatrick team for investing your time, talents, and resources in making legal assistance more accessible to North Carolinians. We look forward to all that we will continue to accomplish together! #ProBonoHero #AccessToJustice #ProBono #LegalAidNC

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Medicaid Rights & Eligibility happens today, 10/23 at 12:00 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #medicaid

#Attorneys - If you're looking for quick and substantial pro bono work, join one of Legal Aid NC's upcoming expunction sessions! This upcoming session on October 26th, 2026 will be hosted by Kilpatrick Law Group. To sign up and learn more, email marquitap@legalaidnc.org #legalaid #northcarolina #probono #expunction

💜 Supporter Spotlight: Maria Nkonge Mugweru During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re celebrating supporters like Maria who stand with survivors and believe everyone deserves access to legal help, regardless of what they can afford. Maria says she’s proud to play a part in “transforming fear into stability, despair into hope, and exhaustion into peace for fellow North Carolinians.” Thank you, Maria, for standing with survivors and supporting Legal Aid. 💜

Need help with a civil law issue? Legal Aid of NC has free resources on a variety of topics, including family law, employment, domestic violence, consumer issues, and many more! Learn more about our services and find resources that can help you on our Get Help page. #legalaid #northcarolina #civillaw #justiceforall #gethelp #familylaw #employment #dvsa #consumerrights

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Tenant Rights happens Tue, 10/20 at 2:30 PM. Register for free today! #legalaid #NorthCarolina #tenantrights

💜 Legal Aid NC went purple yesterday! Staff across the state wore purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month to show their support for survivors. In Raleigh, our team also spent time together at a kintsugi workshop, learning the Japanese art of repairing pottery with gold. Standing with survivors is a part of our work every day, not just during DVAM. Our attorneys help survivors navigate the legal system and get the legal protections they need to move forward. Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make Purple Day special. 💜 #DVAM #PurpleDay #LegalAid

Please join us in congratulating our newly sworn-in Lawrence Nestler Fellow, Rebekah “Bekah” Johnson, from our Smoky Mountains Office! Making the moment even more special, Bekah was sworn in by District 43 Chief District Court Judge Donna Forga, who is also a former Legal Aid of North Carolina attorney. Talk about a full-circle Legal Aid moment! 💙 Next up for Bekah: being sworn into Tribal Court, where her practice will focus. Congratulations, Bekah! We’re so excited to have you carrying this work forward.

Today, 10/15, is Wear Purple Day! By wearing purple today, you stand in solidarity with and raise awareness for survivors of domestic violence. We would like to thank everyone who works each day to advocate for survivors and connect them with the support and resources they need! #wearpurpleday #withsurvivors #northcarolina #DVAM2026 #legalaid

🏆 This is what a Community Champion looks like. We’re so proud to celebrate Allison Constance, our Director of Pro Bono Programs, as a 2026 Triangle Business Journal Community Champion! Every year, Allison brings together more than 800 volunteer attorneys to help make sure more North Carolinians can access the legal help they need. Just as importantly, she has a way of bringing people together, building lasting partnerships and inspiring others to put their skills to work for their communities. We can’t think of a more deserving Community Champion. Congratulations, Allison!

Durham Residents - There are still 3 Information Sessions for DHA Residents scheduled for 2026! Join us to learn more about your rights as a tenant, accessing your files, and managing your records. The next session will be this Thursday, Oct 15th, in Durham. #legalaid #northcarolina #durham #housing #tenantrights

Legal Aid of North Carolina, Pisgah Legal Services, and Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy have filed a lawsuit challenging changes to North Carolina’s IOLTA program. For decades, IOLTA funding has helped ensure that North Carolinians who cannot afford an attorney have access to civil legal help when they need it most. When that access is threatened, we have an obligation to act on behalf of the people we serve. We hope you’ll read our full statement to learn more about why we took this step and what is at stake for civil legal aid in North Carolina: legalaidnc.org/IOLTA-litigation We need your support more than ever - donate here: https://legalaidnc.org/donate-IOLTA

Free legal help is coming to Lumberton! ⚖️💙 Join us tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Four Winds Community Building for a free legal aid clinic. Community members can get help completing wills and powers of attorney and receive general legal information and guidance. We’ll also host two free child custody clinics at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. to walk participants through the process of filing a child custody action without an attorney. 📍 Four Winds Community Building 1073 Rennert Road, Lumberton, NC Walk-ins are welcome for wills and powers of attorney. Please share with anyone in the Lumberton community who may benefit!

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Child Custody happens Tue, 10/13 at 2:30 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #custody

Legal Aid of NC is proud to be an approved @ncsecc charity! The SECC provides opportunities to sustain NC communities through charitable giving, and we are honored to have their support as we secure justice for all throughout the state. To contribute to Legal Aid NC through SECC, use code 1514. #legalaid #northcarolina #SECC #justiceforall

Legal Aid of NC was proud to attend the 2026 @safe_alliance Breakfast of Hope, an event that highlights the strength of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, and the power of collaboration between justice and survivor communities. To learn more about Legal Aid NC helps survivors find safety and a path forward, visit www.legalaidnc.org/dvsa #legalaid #northcarolina #withsurvivors #dvam2026 #DVActionMonth

Join Legal Aid NC at the Community Resource Fair for Senior Adults in Lexington, hosted by Davidson Co. Senior Services, on Oct. 21st at 10 AM. We'll be connecting attendees to legal resources alongside other community organizations and partners! Learn about this event and more at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #northcarolina #seniors #outreach

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Criminal Record Expungement happens Tue, Oct 6th at 2:30 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #expungement

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month begins, we’re celebrating an important victory for more than 130 immigrant survivors. Our clients survived domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other serious crimes. They came forward, helped law enforcement and applied for U visas, but spent years waiting for required reviews of their cases. Now, a federal court has ordered USCIS to act. This victory follows years of work by our Immigration Pathways for Victims Project (IMMPAV), pro bono attorney Brad Banias along with help from our partners at the North Carolina Justice Center, Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy and Pisgah Legal Services. Learn more: legalaidnc.org/uvisa

⚖️📢 Attention #Attorneys: Interested in a FREE CLE Training Session? Join Legal Aid of NC on Oct 29th for a CLE event on the Essentials of DV, approved for 5 hours of CLE credit! Register for this event either online or in-person in Raleigh, or find other CLE opportunities, at www.legalaidnc.org/cle-calendar #legalaid #northcarolina #raleigh #cle #attorney #LegalProfessionals

CORRECTION: The DV Awareness Empowerment Walk is hosted by Shantè Cotton, in partnership with Mecklenburg County CSS. Please note that registration is required. 💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Throughout the month, Legal Aid of North Carolina will be joining community partners across the state to raise awareness, support survivors and connect people with resources. We’d love to see you in the community. Swipe through to find an upcoming DVAM event near you and learn how you can take part. Together, we can stand with survivors and help build safer communities across North Carolina. 💜 #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #DVAM #LegalAidNC #DomesticViolenceAwareness

Changes to Insurance Eligibility for Immigrants are coming - starting tomorrow, Oct 1, 2026, certain groups of lawfully present non-citizens such as refugees, asylees, and trafficking survivors will lose access to Medicaid. To learn more about how you could be impacted, @ncjusticecenter has created a variety of helpful resources at www.ncjustice.org/immigrant-health regarding the incoming changes. #legalaid #northcarolina #medicaid #immigration

Congratulations to Celia Pistolis, our Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel, on receiving the 2026 Lifetime Defender of Justice for Litigation Award from the North Carolina Justice Center! 💙 For more than 40 years, Celia has helped shape civil legal aid in North Carolina, strengthened protections for our clients and mentored generations of attorneys. As she prepares to retire in October, we’re so happy to see her incredible career and impact recognized. Congratulations, Celia, and thank you for everything you have given to Legal Aid and the people we serve!

⚖️📢 Attention #Attorneys: In one month, Legal Aid NC will be celebrating Pro Bono Week with a series of brief and engaging CLE sessions! With sessions covering substantive law and opportunities for an ethics credit and a professional well-being credit, you will gain valuable knowledge while exploring practical ways to make a difference in your community. Each session costs $25, with fees waived for participants who commit to future LANC Pro Bono opportunities, and will take place from 12 PM - 1PM. All sessions have been approved by the NC State Bar. Scan the QR codes to register! #legalaid #northcarolina #probonoweek #probono #LegalProfessionals #cle

More than two million North Carolinians qualify for our support. Yet, we are only able to reach a fraction of calls for help because of limited funding and capacity. Your support helps open opportunities for our clients to build their lives beyond current hardships. Your donation helps more families and individuals access justice through Legal Aid NC: www.legalaidnc.org/donate #legalaid #northcarolina #support #justiceforall #accesstojustice

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Medicaid Rights & Eligibility happens today, 9/25 at 12:00 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #medicaid

Legal Aid of NC's Wilmington office will be temporarily closed, starting tomorrow, Sep. 25th, as we move to a new location! Intake in Wilmington will also be on pause during our move, but our staff will be working remotely and can still be reached via phone or email. If you are in need of legal assistance, check out JusticeHub, our easy-to-use, open 24/7, online intake tool: www.legalaidnc.org/justicehub #legalaid #northcarolina #wilmington #accesstojustice

Community partnerships make it easier for people to find the support they need. On September 19, our Wilson office joined the Greater Joy Trailblazers Mind, Body & Soul Xtreme Wellth Fair in Rocky Mount, where community members could connect with health, wellness and support services all in one place. We were glad to be there to share information about civil legal services and how Legal Aid of North Carolina may be able to help with issues involving housing, public benefits, domestic violence, consumer matters and more. Thank you to Greater Joy Trailblazers for bringing so many local organizations and community members together. We’re grateful to be part of it! #LegalAidNC #AccessToJustice #RockyMountNC #WilsonNC

Justice should be within reach for everyone. Legal Aid of NC develops innovative tools and resources to connect more North Carolinians with the legal help they need. By leveraging technology, we help more people understand their rights and get support when it matters most. Check out JusticeHub, our online intake tool that makes applying for legal aid easier than it's ever been: www.legalaidnc.org/justicehub #legalaid #northcarolina #innovationinlaw #justiceforall #legalhelpnow

More than 30 people took an important step toward a fresh start at our expunction event on September 17 in Greenville, NC. Our Second Chance Project team, along with staff from our Greenville and Wilson offices, helped community members clear eligible charges from their records. An expunction can be life changing. It can remove barriers to employment, housing, education and other opportunities, giving people a chance to move forward and build the future they want for themselves and their families. A special thank you to Pitt County District Attorney Faris Dixon for stopping by and showing support!

Last Friday, Project Director Charlisa Powell and Paralegal Richelle Morrison of Legal Aid NC's Veterans Law Project served veterans and connected with local organizations serving veterans at the VA Benefits Live and Homeless Veterans Stand Down in Winston-Salem. Our Veterans Law team has been busy this month attending other Homeless Veterans Stand Downs throughout the state, including events in Greensboro and Fayetteville. Learn more about how we help veterans find legal aid at www.legalaidnc.org/veterans #legalaid #northcarolina #veterans #justiceforall #accesstojustice

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on SNAP happens Thu, Sep 24th at 2:30 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #snap

What a wonderful evening in Greensboro! Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Top 50 Women Super Lawyers Dinner. We are especially grateful to our hosts, Maureen Demarest Murray of Fox Rothschild LLP, Audrey Snyder of Ward Black Law, Jennifer Van Zant of Brooks Pierce, and Dixie Wells of Ellis & Winters LLP, for helping continue this meaningful tradition. Inspired by the legacy of Janet Ward Black, this event celebrates the outstanding women of North Carolina's legal community while supporting access to justice across our state. We are grateful to everyone who helped make the evening so special. 💙 #LegalAidNC #WomenInLaw #SuperLawyers #AccessToJustice

A legal problem can disrupt a family’s home, finances or future. Legal Aid NC works alongside families to help them navigate these challenges and find a path forward. Your donation helps make that support available to more people across North Carolina! Give today at www.legalaidnc.org/donate #legalaid #northcarolina #justiceforall #accesstojustice

Civil legal problems are more common than you think. Legal help shouldn't be out of reach.

#Gastonia, we're in your area! If you're in need of free and efficient civil legal help, stop by your new, local Legal Aid NC office during office hours, give us a call, or visit us at www.legalaidnc.org. We can't wait to meet you! #legalaid #northcarolina #justiceforall #accesstojustice

Legal Aid NC had a great time at Hope Fest 2026, hosted by HealthNet Gaston, this past Saturday in Gastonia. This event assists community members who are facing challenges related to housing stability, and we were eager to show our support and offer our services to those in need. Learn more about Legal Aid NC at www.legalaidnc.org #legalaid #northcarolina #gastonia #ncstrong #housing #hopefest

Many people who face civil legal problems do not get meaningful help, but Legal Aid NC is here to challenge the status quo. We’re rethinking how legal services are delivered, using technology, innovation and new approaches to make civil legal help more accessible to the people who need it most. We're changing the way legal help works and expanding access to justice. Learn more about Legal Aid NC at www.legalaidnc.org #legalaid #northcarolina #accesstojustice #civillegalaid #justiceforall

Access to justice takes all of us. In a new Law360 article, Allison Constance and Todd Stillerman explore how pro bono partnerships can help connect more people with the legal help they need. Read the full article on our LinkedIn page. #probono #legalaid #nonprofit #accesstojustice #justiceforall

Our Smoky Mountain office at Sylva is closed today, Sep. 14th. If you are in need of legal assistance, apply online with JusticeHub at www.legalaidnc.org/justicehub #legalaid #northcarolina #sylva #smokymountains

Attention Law Students: are you interested in a practical, hands-on internship experience where you can get the chance to represent clients in court, receive extensive training, and form connections with public interest attorneys? Check out Legal Aid NC's 2027 Martin Luther King Jr. Internship Program! Learn more and apply TODAY at www.legalaidnc.org/mlk-internships #lawstudent #lawstudentlife #internshipopportunity #northcarolina #legalaid

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Tenant Rights happens Tue, Sep 15th at 2:30 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #tenantrights

#Happening in Goldsboro, NC: Need help with custody or divorce? Legal Aid of North Carolina is hosting a free Custody & Divorce Clinic to help people better understand the court process, required forms, and what to expect when representing themselves. 📅 October 27, 2026 📍 Wayne Community College, Walnut 104 ⏰ Custody Clinic: 4-5 PM ⏰ Divorce Clinic: 5:15-6 PM To register, call (252) 281-2538 or register at forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Bdq6F0N4ZW #Custody #ChildCustody #Divorce #Goldsboro #LegalAid

Supporter Spotlight: Kathleen Lynch 💙 After more than 35 years as a practicing attorney, Kathleen Lynch knows firsthand how important access to justice is. As a new monthly supporter of Legal Aid of North Carolina, she’s helping make sure more North Carolinians have someone in their corner when they need it most. "I am saddened to know that so many people in NC still do not have access to legal assistance. I've been a practicing attorney for over 35 years and am at a stage where I can help. Please keep up the good work, and thank you!" We're so grateful for Kathleen and the many supporters who choose to give consistently, helping make civil legal services available to North Carolinians who need them. Interested in making a difference too? Become a monthly donor at legalaidnc.org/donate.

From Elizabeth City to Wilmington, Legal Aid NC has several offices across the eastern region, helping make civil legal assistance accessible to communities throughout the region. Find your local office and get help today at www.legalaidnc.org #legalaid #northcarolina #easternnc #justiceforall #accesstojustice

The more you know 💡 Swipe to learn about your fair housing rights under North Carolina Law. #LearnOnInstagram #fyp #accesstojustice #civillaw #northcarolina

Legal Aid of NC is closed today, September 7th, 2026. You can find free legal resources available 24/7 at www.legalaidnc.org/get-help #legalaid #northcarolina

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Child Custody happens Tue, Sep 8th at 2:30 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #custody

Legal Aid of NC can help you with matters involving wills, advance directives, and heir property! You can find more information and free resources at www.legalaidnc.org/disaster and apply for help on JusticeHub, our online intake tool: www.legalaidnc.org/justicehub #legalaid #northcarolina #wills #heirproperty #advancedirectives

When you’re facing a legal problem, trying to figure out where to start can be half the battle. JusticeHub is Legal Aid NC's central tool where you can apply for legal help, get plain-language legal information, and track your application—all on your phone, tablet, or computer. Start today at www.legalaidnc.org/justicehub #legalaid #northcarolina #justiceforall #findyourway

Not sure what benefits you may qualify for? MyFriendBen is a free, easy-to-use online tool that helps you identify public benefits, tax credits, and other resources that may be available to support you and your family. Check it out: https://screener.myfriendben.org/nc/step-1?referrer=lanc

Legal problems have the power to threaten a person’s home, family, finances, safety, and future. When people face civil legal issues and have no one to turn to for help, that's when Legal Aid of NC steps in. We provide the legal tools needed to recover and move forward. #legalaid #northcarolina #justiceforall #accesstojustice

Sometimes, the impact of legal aid is best understood through the words of the people we serve. At just 21 years old, this client was a single mother living by herself when she fell on extremely hard times. She was facing an eviction that could have made it much harder to find housing in the future, putting both her and her child at risk of homelessness. With help from Legal Aid of North Carolina attorney Barbara Rosenblatt, she was able to prevent a permanent eviction from appearing on her record and, most importantly, remain safely housed with her child. “Barbara Rosenblatt was nothing short of a lifesaver for me. Though maybe easy work for her, it made a tremendous difference for me.” Learn more and support out work at legalaidnc.org

When people have a voice in the legal system and a fair chance to move forward, our communities become stronger. Your donation helps Legal Aid NC remove legal barriers to opportunity and give more North Carolinians the opportunity to build a better future. Support justice in your community today at www.legalaidnc.org/donate #legalaid #northcarolina #strongercommunities #justiceforall #givetoday

Join us live via Zoom for Legal Aid of NC's Listen & Learn webinars, where we cover a different topic every session! Our next session on Medicaid Rights & Eligibility happens today, 8/28 at 12:00 PM. Register for free today at www.legalaidnc.org/events #legalaid #NorthCarolina #medicaid

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Looking for free legal resources? Legal Aid of NC has got you covered! Find free resources, including educational documents, videos, and essential forms for a variety of legal topics on www.legalaidnc.org/donate and get the help you've been looking for today! #legalaid #northcarolina #freeresources #justiceforall

The right legal help at the right moment can change the course of someone’s life. Your donation helps Legal Aid of North Carolina stand beside people facing some of life’s toughest challenges. Donate today at www.legalaidnc.org/donate #legalaid #northcarolina #justiceforall #giveback #accesstojustice

Just 3 of our amazing interns from this summer 💙

📢 Attention Attorneys and Legal Pros: Across North Carolina, people need legal advocates who can help them understand their rights, protect their families, and find a path forward. Legal Aid NC's pro bono programs give you the opportunity to use your legal expertise where it can matter most. Learn more and sign up today at www.legalaidnc.org/pro-bono #legalaid #attorneys #probono #northcarolina #justiceforall

A functioning civil justice system supports a strong and stable economy. When people can resolve legal problems quickly and fairly, they are able to work, support their families, and contribute to their communities. Learn more about how we can help you at www.legalaidnc.org #legalaid #northcarolina #stability #justiceforall

A message to our community about the future of IOLTA funding 💙 Legal Aid of North Carolina remains fully operational and committed to serving communities in all 100 counties. We move forward with gratitude for our donors, volunteers, and partners who make this work possible.

🎉 JusticeHub is officially live! 🎉 Everyone deserves access to justice, so we built a solution. JusticeHub is Legal Aid of North Carolina’s new online intake and client portal, created directly in response to client feedback and designed to make it faster and easier for people across North Carolina to connect with civil legal help, anytime, on any device. Huge thanks to @a2jtech for their partnership and to the @secu_foundation and the @legalservicescorp for their funding support. 🔗 Learn more: https://legalaidnc.org/2026/01/06/legal-aid-of-north-carolina-launches-justicehub-a-new-statewide-intake-system-to-make-access-to-justice-faster-and-easier/ 💙 Apply for help: https://legalaidnc.org/justicehub/ #AccessToJustice #LegalTech #JusticeTech #A2J #HumanCenteredDesign #TechForGood

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