Your rights if you have a legal problem involving money or debts We believe that all Georgians have the right to quality legal representation. Are you in it? Sign up to offer your expertise. You can make a monetary contribution to GLSP`s And Justice for All State Bar campaign or to the Georgia Legal Services Foundation (an endowment fund established in 1996). You can donate benefits in kind. And you can participate in discussions on relevant pro bono topics at a panel or other public forum. For more information on donation opportunities, contact GLSP Development at 404-463-1611. The pro bono programs you mention are those run by Georgia Legal Services – and yes, join our structured and coordinated pro bono program! Our pro bono program follows ABA standards for pro bono and is designed to identify the most critical legal needs of the poor in your area so you know your contribution matters. By joining our program, you can empower our larger organized pro bono community and not only help clients with a case, but also lift them out of poverty. We need you to help us beat the odds.
There are more than a million poor people in Georgia who cannot afford a lawyer. A study conducted in Georgia shows that 40% of poor households will have new legal needs every year. Many of these individuals will have civilian needs related to health care, affordable housing or loss of income. GLSP has only 80 lawyers spread across 154 boroughs to meet the overwhelming demand for legal aid outside the Atlanta metropolitan area, and although they close nearly 16,000 cases each year, they only meet about 20 percent of the legal needs of poor Georgians. And most lawyers — 75%, to be exact — work in the Atlanta metro, where only about 25 percent of the poor live. We provide free civil law services to low-income or elderly Georgian residents in a variety of legal matters. Their generous support helps provide high-quality legal services to thousands of Georgians in need every year. The Savannah Bar Association`s website contains a membership directory for lawyers. You can search for a lawyer in the Savannah area by practice area (example: family law). If you have any questions about registering new members, please contact Colby Longley at 912-232-6000 or cel@mccorklejohnson.com Your rights in the criminal justice system or as a victim of crime in Georgia Visit various service areas, call, appointment or visit the website Your right to claim public benefits and challenge performance decisions GLSP covers expenses such as travel expenses.
investigation costs and other similar items. We can ask you for a quote before the case starts. Your rights in marriage or other relationships, with children and in situations of domestic violence Your rights in court and how to use the criminal and civil justice system in Georgia, GLSP uses the support of retired lawyers and newcomers who are new to practice to dedicate their time and talents to justice for all. Start here to learn more about foreclosure, eviction, money and debt, public benefits or victims` rights. Your rights as a tenant, landlord or person looking for a home Your rights in end-of-life decisions about your property and health care Georgia Legal Services Program, Inc. (912) 651-21806602 Abercorn StreetSavannah, GA 31405Bankruptcy, Civil Rights, Consumers and Divorce You can apply for cases in your field of activity. We will provide you with a menu of case types, from which we will ask you to make a selection. We may ask you to review a case outside your area of activity. We condemn violence. We value all people and believe that all people should be treated with dignity and respect. Everyone should feel safe to live and work free from violence or the threat of violence.
GLSP represents its clients only in civil matters. You will not be asked to deal with criminal matters. GLSP provides malpractice insurance coverage for any case referred to pro bono lawyers. Your rights as a student, employee, former employee or person seeking employment in Georgia. Find Savannah Legal Aid & Pro Bono Services by Practice Area Visit our website at www.GLSP.org and then double-click on “Special Projects and GLSP Practice Areas”. Or contact Mike Monahan, Project Manager, Georgia State Bar Pro Bono Project, 404-527-8762 or mikem@gabar.org. If so, we provide support, training, materials and support to ensure you are ready to represent your client pro bono. Some volunteers have found it very refreshing to do something new. Our volunteers tell us that the time factors to take on a pro bono case are minimal compared to the rewards. We respect your valuable time, which is why we audit clients for low-income suitability and merit. We provide appropriate resources and lawyers in various areas of expertise to assist with cases and training.
GLSP acts as co-counsel or helps find other ways to move the case forward. Your Rights and Benefits as a Member of the Military or Veteran Your Rights Under U.S. and Georgian Civil Rights Laws Your Rights as an Immigrant or Person Seeking U.S. Citizenship GLSP does a lot to help you. We are here to help you, to help the customer. GLSP has experienced pro bono coordinators in each of its offices across the state who are available to help you work with the client. The coordinator can help you communicate with the client, talk to you about your support needs, and connect you with GLSP lawyers who can give you advice or practical advice.