Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network

We’re excited to share that April Frazier Camara, President & CEO of NLADA, will be speaking at the @palegalaidnetwork.bsky.social 2025 Statewide Training Conference on Tuesday, September 9.

Learn more about the conference here: palegalaid.net/plan-confere...

HARRISBURG - Heading to the 2025 PLAN Training Conference?

Join NLS & LASP for “Creating Impactful & Accessible Materials with Canva”
🗓️ Tue, Sept. 9 | 3:45-4:45pm

Presenters: Giselle Martinez, Julia Marasco & Marion Fraley

#LegalAidMatters

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HARRISBURG - LASP is part of the 2025 PLAN Statewide Training!

🗓️ Sept. 8: Erika Becker, Pro Bono Director | “Compliance Training Outcomes”
🗓️ Sept. 9: Mary Jacob, Staff Attorney | “Responding to the Growth of Non-Judicial Foreclosures"

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This is a graphic for the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network’s 2025 Statewide Training Conference. The background shows tall buildings against the sky, with text in bold white letters reading: ‘2025 Statewide Training Conference.’ The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo appears at the bottom.

Our Statewide Training Conference kicks off next week! We’re excited to come together with colleagues from across Pennsylvania to share ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen our network’s collective impact as civil legal aid providers.

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With 14 organizations and nearly 70 offices statewide, our network is full of opportunities to make an impact! Learn why we love working for civil legal aid and join us in advancing access to justice for those who need it most.

Start your search today: bit.ly/PLANjobs

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Every day, our civil legal aid programs help families, veterans, and seniors access justice, protect what matters most, and remove legal barriers that threaten wellbeing, opportunity, and economic stability.

Learn more about our impact across Pennsylvania: www.palegalaid.net

A map of Pennsylvania highlights the service areas of the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network. The state is divided into regions labeled with the names of eight regional legal aid organizations: Neighborhood Legal Services (NLS), Summit Legal Aid (SLA), MidPenn Legal Services (MidPenn), North Penn Legal Services (NPLS), Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP), and Community Legal Services of Philadelphia (CLS); with Philadelphia Legal Assistance (PLA). Six specialized legal aid programs are listed separately: Community Justice Project (CJP), Justice at Work (JaW), Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP), Pennsylvania Institutional Law Project (PILP), Pennsylvania Utility Law Project (PULP), and Regional Housing Legal Services (RHLS). The PLAN, Inc. logo appears at the bottom in dark blue.

What does justice look like in Pennsylvania?

It looks like a statewide network of legal aid organizations—serving every county to ensure all Pennsylvanians have access to the civil legal support they deserve.

Learn more about our work: www.palegalaid.net

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New SNAP rules start in September! Most adults must now work 20+ hours/week to stay on SNAP unless exempt. Those who aren’t exempt or don’t meet the requirement can only get 3 months of SNAP every 3 years.

Need help? Check out this guide from @clsphila.bsky.social: clsphila.org/SNAPchanges

This is a photograph of the Harrisburg skyline and its reflection in the Susquehanna River on a clear day. The PLAN, Inc. logo and the words “2025 Statewide Training Conference” appear in large white text over the image.

Our Statewide Training Conference is almost here — bringing hundreds of advocates to Harrisburg for our largest training event of the year! In 2024, attendees earned nearly 1,500 CLE credits, and this year promises even more opportunities for learning and networking.

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Access to justice changes lives. Every year, our advocates help thousands of Pennsylvanians maintain housing, protect their families, and overcome legal barriers that threaten their opportunity and stability.

Learn how you can help: www.palegalaid.net

This is an image of a mobile device displaying the August 2025 issue of the PLAN, Inc. newsletter. Next to the device is the text: "See where advocacy, community, and commitment meet in our latest issue of Connections: A Community for Justice." Below the text is the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo in white.

#ICYMI Our August newsletter is out! Catch up on the latest news from across our network in this month's issue of Connections: A Community for Justice.

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This is an image of three human figures of different heights, standing on platforms of varying sizes, which raise them to the same level. Beneath the image, text reads 'justice for all' accompanied by the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo in dark blue.

Across Pennsylvania, people face barriers to accessing the legal system due to language gaps, disability access, lack of transportation, and the basic cost of legal help. Civil legal aid levels the playing field and makes justice accessible for all.

This is a text-based image with a white background and dark blue words that say, 'For every $1 invested, civil legal aid returns an average of $12 back into Pennsylvania’s economy.' The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo appears in dark blue at the bottom of the image.

Civil legal aid prevents crises before they escalate—keeping families housed, protecting survivors, and helping seniors and veterans remain financially independent. That means fewer public costs for emergency shelter and services—and stronger, more stable communities.

Learn more: bit.ly/401LCwd

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Understanding your rights and knowing where to turn for help is important. Our website helps Pennsylvanians find answers to legal questions and connect with organizations that provide free civil legal aid.

Get started today: www.PALawHelp.org

Abbey-Gail Morris, a rising 3L at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, stands beside a Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network banner that reads “Standing for Liberty and Justice for All,” featuring imagery of the scales of justice and the American flag. Morris delivered remarks on behalf of the 2025 MLK, Jr. Summer Internship cohort during the closing reception.

Meet the 2025 MLK, Jr. Summer Internship Program graduates—fourteen rising law students who spent the summer advancing justice through civil legal aid. Pictured with them are Meredith Rapkin, Sharon R. López, Philip DeCicco, and Regina M. Foley at the 2025 MLK, Jr. Summer Internship Closing Reception.

Members of PLAN, Inc. leadership pose with keynote speaker Sharon López at the 2025 MLK, Jr. Summer Internship Closing Reception, held last week at the Hilton Harrisburg. From left: Meredith Rapkin, PLAN, Inc. Executive Director, Regina Foley, PLAN, Inc. Board President, Sharon López, Founding & Managing Partner, Triquetra Law, and Philip DeCicco, PLAN, Inc. Interim MLK Jr. Program Director.

Congratulations to the graduates of the 2025 MLK, Jr. Summer Internship Program! These rising second- and third-year law students now join a growing legacy of legal professionals advancing justice and opportunity across Pennsylvania.

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Every day, we help families in Pennsylvania move from crisis to stability. Whether it's preventing eviction, securing benefits, or protecting someone from domestic violence, our attorneys are there through some of life's hardest moments—with legal support that matters.

This is an image of a mother and her young son outdoors in daytime. There is tall grass, wildflowers, and mountains in the background. The mother wears a purple shirt while her son wears a striped shirt, and they appear to be exploring and playing together in the meadow. White text over the image reads: 'Across all of Pennsylvania, families seeking civil legal aid can find help through our network.' The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo appears in white at the bottom.

No matter where you live in Pennsylvania, civil legal aid is within reach. Each year, our network provides free legal help to low-income residents in all 67 counties of the state—supporting veterans, seniors, homeowners, children, those recovering from disasters, and many others: www.palegalaid.net

This is an image of two rectangular banners on a white background. The top banner is midnight blue with the words “Legal Aid” in white text. The banner below is navy teal and reads “#BestJobEver.” The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo is displayed in midnight blue at the bottom. The post encourages viewers to explore open positions across the Network.

Our network has a variety of open positions across Pennsylvania. Learn why we love working for civil legal aid—and join us in advancing access to justice for those in need!

Start your search: bit.ly/PLANjobs

This informational graphic has a blue background. A light blue and white lightbulb icon appears above the words “RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT” in large white text. Below it is a light blue line, followed by the subheading “Security Deposits” in white. The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo is displayed in white at the bottom of the frame.

Do you know your rights when it comes to security deposits in Pennsylvania? Learn how much landlords can charge, when they must return your deposit, and what steps you can take if they don’t.

Get the details here: bit.ly/PALawHelp-Se...

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Access to legal representation makes a big impact. Just ask the thousands of veterans, seniors, families, domestic violence survivors, and children that our network helped this year.

Learn more about how we are making a difference in communities across Pennsylvania: www.palegalaid.net

📣Residents of Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Clarion, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Jefferson, Lawrence, Somerset, Washington, and Westmoreland Counties:
We're holding focus group meetings this summer!

Spots are limited! Sign up here 👉 www.surveymonkey.com/r/SLA-NLSFocusGroups

A veteran in military fatigues sits in a wheelchair, embracing his young daughter, who has long brown hair and wears a pink sweatshirt. They are outdoors with green trees in the background. Text on the left reads: “Civil legal aid makes it possible for veterans to secure housing and access the benefits and protections they deserve.” The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo appears at the bottom.

Civil legal aid supports veterans across Pennsylvania—from preventing homelessness and securing disability benefits to navigating healthcare appeals and protecting against predatory lending. Watch to see how our work helps veterans access the benefits and protections they deserve: bit.ly/44HIdnI

This is an image of an event invitation with white text on a dark blue background. The title reads “MLK, JR. SUMMER INTERNSHIP CLOSING RECEPTION,” with “RECEPTION” in large bold letters. Below a decorative line is the date “July 24, 2025.” The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo appears in white at the bottom.

Join us in Harrisburg on July 24 from 5:00–7:00 PM for the MLK Jr. Summer Internship Closing Reception—and celebrate the law students dedicating their summer to advancing justice in communities across Pennsylvania!

Register here: bit.ly/MLKInterns25

A map of Pennsylvania highlights the service areas of the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network. The state is divided into regions labeled with the names of eight regional legal aid organizations: Neighborhood Legal Services (NLS), Summit Legal Aid (SLA), MidPenn Legal Services (MidPenn), North Penn Legal Services (NPLS), Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP), and Community Legal Services of Philadelphia (CLS); with Philadelphia Legal Assistance (PLA). Six specialized legal aid programs are listed separately: Community Justice Project (CJP), Justice at Work (JaW), Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP), Pennsylvania Institutional Law Project (PILP), Pennsylvania Utility Law Project (PULP), and Regional Housing Legal Services (RHLS).

No matter where you live in Pennsylvania, civil legal aid is within reach. Each year, our network provides free legal help to low-income residents in all 67 counties of the state—supporting veterans, seniors, homeowners, children, those recovering from disasters, and many others.

This informational graphic has a blue background. A light blue and white lightbulb icon appears above the words “RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT” in large white text. Below it is a light blue line, followed by the subheading “Legal Aid Online Intake” in white. The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo is displayed in white at the bottom of the frame.

Low-income Pennsylvanians should know that civil legal aid is an option—and be able to access it.

That’s why we offer an online intake tool. Share a few details to get information about your issue or apply for help: palegalaid.net/find-legal-h...

This is a text-based image with a dark blue background and white words that say, 'For every $1 invested, civil legal aid returns an average of $12 back into Pennsylvania’s economy.' The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo appears in white at the bottom of the image.

Civil legal aid prevents crises before they escalate—keeping families housed, protecting survivors, and helping seniors and veterans remain financially independent. That means fewer public costs for emergency shelter and services—and stronger, more stable communities.

Learn more: bit.ly/401LCwd

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Attorneys! Support access to justice while putting your skills to use where they’re needed most. Explore opportunities with one of the accredited civil legal aid programs in our network: bit.ly/PA-ProBono

This is an image with a dark blue background showing a white browser address bar containing 'www.PALawHelp.org' and a search icon. The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo is displayed in white at the bottom of the frame.

With so much happening right now, understanding your rights and knowing where to turn for help is important. Our website helps Pennsylvanians find answers to legal questions and connect with organizations that provide free civil legal aid.

Get started today: www.palawhelp.org

This is an image of a smiling older man who is wearing a navy cardigan over a plaid shirt, sitting inside his home and leaning on his cane. Text on the left reads: "Because of civil legal aid, Frank was able to keep his home after a wrongful tax sale was overturned." The Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo appears beneath the text.

@midpennls.bsky.social advocated for an older homeowner in rural PA whose property was illegally sold at a tax sale, resulting in a landmark ruling that let him keep his house and now protects homeowners statewide.

This is the power of civil legal aid. Read more: bit.ly/4bXRqvq

This is an image of three human figures of different heights standing on platforms of varying sizes, allowing all three to reach the same level. Beneath the image, the text reads 'justice for all' accompanied by the Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network logo.

Across Pennsylvania, people face barriers to accessing the legal system due to language gaps, disability access, lack of transportation, and the basic cost of legal help. Civil legal aid levels the playing field and makes justice accessible for all.