April 2009 (Downloadable PDF)

The Legal Project

Pro Bono Corner
Lisa A. Frisch, Executive Director

Thank you for volunteering in February!

Thanks to Camille Siano Enders and Ron Orlando for testifying at the NYS Assembly Hearing on Civil Legal Services Funding on February 24th. Many other legal services providers, including Anne Erickson from the Empire Justice Center testified, in addition to one of our former domestic violence clients, who brought tears to the eyes of the Assembly panel and audience. Thank you to all who have given their support for reinstating state funding for civil legal services in the 2010 budget—we’ll keep you posted on any new developments!

Upcoming Training and Pro Bono Opportunities

Affordable Housing Attorney Assistance Project Training (AHAA!)
Free CLE’s to those willing to join our pro bono panel to assist first time, low income homebuyers in the Capital District.

Two part training:

Part I (3 CLE Credits): April 21, 2009
Real Estate Basics: Topics include basics of home closings, contracts and titles (experienced real estate attorneys can elect to attend only Part ll).

Part II: April 23, 2009 (3 CLE Credits):
Affordable Housing Essentials: Topics include an overview of community-based affordable housing programs and working with low income and diverse clients.

Training will be held at The Legal Project office at Stuyvesant Plaza. For more information, contact Gina Marie at gcannistraro@legalproject.org.

Please Save the Date!

The 14th Annual Pro Bono Reception
Thursday, October 22, 2009
New York State Museum Terrace Gallery