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 […]
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 – […]
Jammin’ for Justice 2020
The 7th annual Jammin’ for Justice will be Thursday, April 16th, 2020. This year’s event will feature the island vibes of the local favorite Hawaiian reggae band H3. We hope you can join us for a night of dancing, fun and celebration of access to justice in the last frontier! Tickets are $20 in advance, […]
March Volunteer of the Month: Ilona Bessenyey
Ilona Bessenyey is a former staff attorney at ALSC and a current pro bono volunteer with our Veterans Clinics, Wills Clinics, the Veterans Administration’s Stand Down events, and she takes pro bono cases. Ilona also travels to remote Alaska to do pro bono wills for Alaska Native organization shareholders. As a pro bono volunteer, Ilona […]
February Volunteer of the Month: Doug Mertz
Long a pillar of the Juneau legal community as a litigator in trial and appellate courts, Doug has taken pro bono cases and previously volunteered at the Early Resolution Project and MLK Day of Services. He is best known as plaintiff’s counsel in the school free speech case Morse v. Fredrick, 551 U.S. 393 (2007) […]
January Volunteer of the Month: Jordan Duplessis
Jordan, a recent intern from the UAA Legal Studies department, was a fantastic team player and ready to assist with anything. She ensured that ALSC clients obtained the necessary court documents for their cases. She also helped with a number of special projects. She will be missed! Read on for our full interview with Jordan […]
