Connor volunteers at ALSC by providing his legal assistance to callers struggling with housing issues on our monthly Landlord/Tenant Helpline. He also takes pro bono cases. Connor is diligent, reliable, and eager to assist people with their needs. Thank you Connor for your pro bono service! Why did you choose to volunteer with ALSC? I […]
Job Opportunity: Equal Justice Works Fellowship
Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC) seeks diverse and dynamic applicants for a 24-month, full-time attorney position in ALSC’s Fairbanks office as an Equal Justice Works Fellow in the Elder Justice Program. ALSC is a private, nonprofit law firm with a mission is to provide high quality civil legal services to low income and disadvantaged people […]
Volunteer of the Month: Joy Anderson
Joy just can’t quit supporting ALSC’s clients and families in need in the YK Delta. Joy first came to Alaska as an ALSC staff attorney representing Alaska Native Tribes in child welfare proceedings through ALSC’s partnership with the Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP). After over two years of service, Joy left the state but […]
Volunteer of the Month: Beth Chapman
Beth has been taking pro bono cases with ALSC for more than 20 years. Beth is our go-to attorney for Special Needs Trusts in Alaska, among other Estate Planning cases. She is always eager to assist our clients statewide and is a pleasure to work with. Thank you, Beth, for your pro bono service! Why […]
Job Opportunity: Native Law Staff Attorney
ALSC is seeking a full-time staff attorney to provide legal services to Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) member tribes and tribal members. This position primarily involves representation of tribal clients in state child welfare proceedings and enforcing the Indian Child Welfare Act, and may also involve litigating other Native law matters on behalf of […]
Housing & COVID-19 Facebook Live
Have questions about housing during COVID-19? Join Alaska Legal Services Corporation’s Housing expert Dan Coons for a Facebook Live on April 22nd from 1:30pm-2:30pm. In addition to answering your questions, Dan will be discussing state court FED suspension; SB 241 suspension of utility-shutoffs, evictions, and foreclosures; and the CARES Act moratorium. If you have a […]
10 Scams to Avoid During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic
Scammers have come up with several COVID-19 related scams. Below are 10 common scams to avoid during and after the 2020 Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Stay up to date about COVID-19 scams by visiting the Federal Trade Commission’s website. Scammers claiming to be the Social Security AdministrationThe Social Security Office of the Inspector General has received reports […]
What You Need to Know About Economic Impact Payments
Who is eligible for the economic impact payment? Tax filers with adjusted gross income up to $75,000 for individuals and up to $150,000 for married couples filing joint returns will receive the full payment. For filers with income above those amounts, the payment amount is reduced by $5 for each $100 above the $75,000/$150,000 thresholds. […]
3 Things to Know About COVID-19 and Evictions
1. Can my landlord evict me during the COVID-19 pandemic? The Alaska Court System has suspended eviction proceedings—at least through May 1, 2020. A landlord may not “self-help” by locking a tenant out of the property. Instead, a landlord must obtain an eviction by giving proper notice and filing a Forcible Entry and Detainer […]
What to Know About Alaska Courts and COVID-19
I have a court appearance but I am worried about COVID-19 or I’m experiencing symptoms. What can I do?The Court System is asking people NOT TO ENTER A COURTHOUSE IF: – You have flu-like symptoms, or – Have traveled outside AK in the last 14 days, or – […]
