For the past few years, Jane Mores has been an active volunteer with ALSC, mainly as a pro bono attorney for our monthly Family Law Clinic in Southeast Alaska, a partnership with AWARE, a local domestic violence shelter. Jane has always been well-prepared and reliable, offering specialized assistance and advice to clients every month. Thank […]
Securing Justice for a Grieving Sister: An ALSC Success Story
In a recent case, we helped a client whose brother passed away, leaving her grief-stricken and struggling at work. She was then fired and denied unemployment benefits, making an already bad situation worse. We successfully reinstated her benefits and in the process ensured an important protection for workers struggling with trauma.
Volunteer of the Month: Joe Reece
bono attorney with ALSC for 30+ years! Wow! His expertise and willingness to help ALSC clients is consistent and greatly appreciated. Thanks, Joe, for all you do!
Volunteer of the Month: Sarah Schirack
Our November Volunteer of the Month is the amazing Sarah Schirack of Perkins Coie in Anchorage! Sarah most recently volunteered her considerable expertise as an appellate attorney, drafting the responding brief on behalf of our client in the Ninth Circuit in a highly contested and complex divorce & custody case involving domestic violence. Thank you […]
Save the Date for #GivingTuesday!
We’re 4 weeks away from #GivingTuesday – a global day of generosity that takes place Tuesday, November 30th, 2021! Last year, you helped ALSC raise over $8,500 on #GivingTuesday to provide essential civil legal services to Alaskans across the state. This year, we have a lot planned to make this the best #GivingTuesday yet, but […]
Volunteer of the Month: Scott A. Sterling
Congratulations to Scott Sterling, ALSC’s October Volunteer of the Month! Having been in practice for decades, Scott brings a wealth of experience to the table for ALSC’s clients, as well as a strong sense of empathy and compassion. He has always made himself available for pro bono work with ALSC, despite having a demanding private […]
Request for Proposals: Digital Assistant to Support Social Security Disability Applicants
Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC) seeks to engage a qualified vendor who can complete the design, project management, and development of a digital assistant that makes it easier for community navigators to complete an application for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income benefits. The vendor will be engaged to create two versions of […]
July Volunteer of the Month: Brennan Cain
Brennan Cain is a Vice President and General Counsel at Eyak Corporation. He is a great pro bono attorney to work with, helping with Family Law, Domestic Violence and Native Law cases. He was also instrumental in establishing a Wills Clinic for Eyak Corporation shareholders in Cordova, AK. Thank you, Brennan, for your pro bono […]
June Volunteer of the Month: Connor Smith
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 […]
May 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 […]
