The divorce process can be a legally complicated and emotionally draining process. Like many legal processes, there are specific steps that need to be followed, often with deadlines attached. Knowing what to expect can help reduce surprises and help you make the best decisions for yourself and your family.
When it comes to education, ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive is paramount. For students with special education needs, this often requires tailored programs and services to address their unique learning requirements. However, navigating the complexities of securing these services can be challenging and frustrating for parents and guardians. In this article, we highlight some obstacles faced by families when advocating for their children's special education needs while exploring support that can make a meaningful difference.
Under the United States Constitution, a person facing a criminal charge is granted the right to an attorney (generally termed a “public defender”) that is paid for by the government. However, no such constitutional protection for civil legal matters exists—even if the outcome of the civil legal matter is as potentially life-changing as a prison sentence would be. For civil legal matters in the U.S., individuals must pay for their own lawyer or represent themselves, though most people cannot adequately do either. A fact: people facing civil legal challenges are far more likely to win their legal cases when they have an attorney.
What is something over 223 million Americans have experienced? Trauma. Yet, for something that impacts over 70% of the U.S. population, how often is it spoken about at the dinner table? The doctor’s office? In the courtroom?
Between increasing rent and decreasing supply of quality, affordable housing, tenants are left with few good options on where to live. The options are even more limited when a tenant faces an eviction, which is a legal attempt to remove them from their home. Even worse, once someone is evicted, they likely have a “black mark” that in some states could come up during a tenant background check. This makes it extremely important for tenants facing eviction to find out what their rights are and to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
To help provide a useful starting point for tenants either facing or at risk of an eviction, this is a brief overview of some of New Jersey’s eviction laws. It is not a complete guide to all of a tenant’s rights, and it does not take the place of speaking with an attorney for individual advice regarding your situation.
This Veterans Day, Volunteer Lawyers for Justice (VLJ) honors the more than 18 million military veterans in the United States, 350,000 of whom reside in New Jersey. Veterans are the first to give of themselves and the last to ask for help they deserve. VLJ is dedicated to serving those who served and providing them with access to civil legal services. VLJ and its partners have dedicated resources, staff, and volunteers exclusively to serve veterans and meet their unmet civil legal needs not just on a holiday like Veterans Day, but every single day.
With this week being National Celebration of Pro Bono Week, there is no better time to dig into the numerous advantages of volunteering your time and talent with Volunteer Lawyers for Justice (VLJ). Engaging in pro bono offers many benefits that extend far beyond just lending a hand. For law students, legal professionals, and even those with a background unrelated to law, pro bono provides a unique avenue to gain valuable practical experience, enhance professional skills, and contribute to the greater good by ensuring access to justice for people experiencing poverty. This article explores five compelling reasons why undertaking pro bono at VLJ is a “win-win” for anyone looking to enrich their legal career, connect with like-minded individuals, and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
