UAA Student Activities and Commuter Programs will be hosting a Housing Fair on Wednesday, April 3rd in the Student Union Cafeteria from 9:00AM to 2:00PM. At the Housing Fair, Alaska Legal Services Corporation’s Fair Housing Project will provide UAA students the opportunity for legal assistance for issues related to housing, public benefits, consumer issues, veteran issues, native allotments, […]
Impact of FY2020 Amended Budget on Alaska Legal Services Corporation
FOR RELEASE Monday, February 18, 2019 CONTACT Nikole Nelson, Executive Director nnelson@alsc-law.org (907)351-7137 Eliminating State Funding to Alaska Legal Services Corporation will Force Alaskans to Navigate the Justice System Alone ANCHORAGE – Governor Dunleavy’s amended budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2020 calls for eliminating all state funding to Alaska Legal Services Corporation (ALSC). ALSC is […]
February Volunteer of the Month: Andy Harrington
ALSC is so happy to celebrate justice champion extraordinaire Andy Harrington as our February Volunteer of the Month! Andy has truly done it all in his ALSC career that has spanned nearly 4 decades – from serving as a staff attorney, to Executive Director, and now to pro bono volunteer. We are so appreciative to […]
UAA Panel Discussion: Your Rights to be Harassment Free
On Friday, February 15, 2019, there will be a panel discussion at UAA (Multicultural Center, Rasmuson Hall 106) from 11:30am – 1:30pm aimed at informing the community of their rights regarding sexual harassment in the workplace, housing and higher education. There will be free food and free parking on campus. Panelists include: Dan Coons, Director […]
January Volunteer of the Month: Sam Fortier
ALSC’s first Volunteer of the Month for 2019 is the amazing Sam Fortier! Sam has truly made a difference in the lives of ALSC’s clients through his long and passionate pro bono career. We are so appreciative to have Sam’s expertise and dedicated advocacy for our clients! Read on for Sam’s interview with ALSC: Why […]
December Volunteer of the Month: Joan Clover
We are thrilled to honor Joan Clover as ALSC’s December Volunteer of the Month! Joan regularly volunteers as ALSC’s family law Attorney of the Day. Through this role, Joan plays an instrumental role in helping clients navigate complex legal issues that significantly impact their lives. We are so grateful to have Joan as a volunteer, […]
Double your impact on Giving Tuesday!
Double your Impact, Double the Justice! On Giving Tuesday, people around the world are coming together to celebrate generosity and make an impact in their communities. At ALSC, we want to give Alaskans the gift of justice to ensure access to civil legal aid for ALL Alaskans. With your help, we can make this a […]
November Volunteer of the Month: Jon Katcher
ALSC’s November Volunteer of the Month is Jon Katcher! We are so thankful to have Jon as a longtime volunteer at ALSC. Through his pro bono work, Jon has never been afraid to take on a complex or challenging case. He always does what it takes to make sure his client’s voice is heard in the […]
October Volunteers of the Month: Logan Miller and Maddy Bullard
ALSC’s October Volunteers of the Month are Logan Miller and Maddy Bullard! It was a pleasure getting to know Logan and Maddy during their time at ALSC, and to witness their determination, diligence and devotion to helping our clients. Read on for our interview with Logan and Maddy about volunteering with ALSC: Why did you choose to volunteer […]
Fair Housing Rights of Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Webinar
On September 26, 2018, Alaska Legal Services Corporation will present a free webinar on Fair Housing Rights of Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Join us from 11am-12pm to learn more about federal and state laws protecting survivors who are trying to find and stay in their housing. This webinar will be especially helpful […]
