Resources for the Public
It can be difficult to find answers legal questions and to get the assistance you need. Penn Law students offer a range of pro bono legal services, but mainly in partnership with attorneys at non-profit organizations.
Below are resources and information from some of these partner organizations. For assistance in obtaining a pro bono lawyer, more information is available here.
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Economic JusticeLocal:- Family Law Assistance - Philadelphia Legal Assistance
- Food Stamp Assistance - Philadelphia Legal Assistance
- Healthcare Assistance - Pennsylvania Health Law Project
- Homelessness - Homeless Advocacy Project
- Housing Assistance - Community Legal Services
- Tax Assistance - Campaign for Working Families
- Unemployment Compensation - Philadelphia Legal Assistance
- Veterans Assistance - Veterans Multi-Service Center
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Civil & Political RightsNational:
- American Civil Liberties Union – Find Your Local Affiliate
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People – Find Your Local Unit
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ImmigrationNational:
- American Civil Liberties Union – Find Your Local Affiliate
- American Civil Liberties Union – Know Your Rights – Immigrant Rights
- Council on American Islamic-Relations – Your Rights, Report an Incident
- Human Rights First – Immigration Detention, Resources
- Latino Justice: Puerto Rican Legal Defense and Education Fund – Legal Help
- National Immigration Project – Find an Attorney
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