The American Bar Foundation Access to Justice Research Initiative’s new research brief, “Analysis of the Social and Economic Impact of the Alaska Community Justice Worker Program,” is out! Check out some highlights and the full brief below. ▶️ ALSC’s Community Justice Worker (CJW) Program has trained over 200 CJWs in at least one of the following […]
Year in Review 2024
2024 Year in Review: Reflecting on ALSC’s Positive Impact Across Alaska As we reflect on the achievements of 2024, we are proud to highlight the impactful work that ALSC accomplished. This Year in Review report showcases the work of our dedicated staff and volunteers, serving clients in over 200 communities across Alaska and reaching countless others […]
Bring Your Legal Expertise to Alaska: Pro Bono Opportunities for Out-of-State Attorneys
Alaska is rich in natural beauty and resources, but it faces a significant challenge: a shortage of lawyers who can help low income and underrepresented Alaskans navigate legal issues. Under Alaska Bar Rule 43.6, attorneys licensed in other states can now practice law in Alaska without undergoing the typical admission process or paying fees, provided […]
December 3 is GivingTuesday 2024
GivingTuesday 2024: Make a Difference Today This GivingTuesday 2024, you can help ensure access to justice for all Alaskans. Your support is vital in providing legal aid for individuals and families facing critical issues like housing, safety, and health. DONATE TO JUSTICE TODAY!!! Your Gift Doubled This year, your generosity goes twice as far! Thanks […]
10th Annual Elizabeth Peratrovich Free Legal Clinic to Take Place at AFN
Alaska-based volunteer attorneys will be on hand to provide free legal assistance to attendees of the Alaska Federation of Natives Convention on Friday, October 18, 2024. The legal clinic will provide walk-in consultations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event will be hosted on the second floor of the Dena’ina Center in the Tubughnenq […]
ALSC’s CJW Program Highlighted at U.S. Senate Hearing
In case you missed it, on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee held its first hearing on the civil justice system in 15 years, titled “Closing the Justice Gap: How to Make the Civil Justice System Accessible to All Americans.” Access to justice experts testified about the Alaska Community Justice Worker (CJW) […]
July 2024 Volunteer of the month: Lam Ho Bao
For our July 2024 Volunteer recognition, we are excited to highlight Lam Ho Bao, a 2024 Equal Justice Works Rural Summer Legal Corps Student Fellow who has joined ALSC’s Bethel office for the summer. He has been an invaluable asset in providing direct legal services to the community and collaborating with the Community Justice […]
Mutual of America Community Partnership Award
Last month, ALSC was honored to travel to New York City to accept the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award on behalf of our Community Justice Worker (CJW) project in partnership with Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC), Alaska Pacific University (APU), Kodiak Area Native Association, and Association of Village Council Presidents. The Mutual […]
Champions of Justice: Honoring ALSC Volunteers in the SNAP Crisis
In 2022, a backlog of SNAP (food stamp) benefits left around 12,000 Alaskans without essential food assistance. This crisis disproportionately affected our community’s most vulnerable, including the elderly, disabled individuals, and families with young children – amounting to a third of all Alaskan children statewide. As a result, these populations were forced to rely heavily […]
ALSC Warns Alaskans of Scam Impersonating Legal Aid
Alaska Legal Services Corporation Warns Alaskans of Scam Impersonating Legal Aid Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC) has been made aware of a scam targeting Alaskans. Scammers are contacting individuals and falsely associating themselves with our organization and “legal aid” services. Once in contact, the scammer requests money through bank transfers or money apps under the […]
